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Denver Airport's Nuclear Reactor Plans Delayed for Community Input

8/12/2025

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Plans for a small modular nuclear reactor at Denver International Airport have hit a snag, thanks to Councilmember Stacie Gilmore's concerns over insufficient community input. With a $1.25 million feasibility study on the line, the airport is now prioritizing community engagement to ensure local voices are heard before moving forward.

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Story summary

Plans for a small modular nuclear reactor at Denver International Airport have hit a snag, thanks to Councilmember Stacie Gilmore's concerns over insufficient community input. With a $1.25 million feasibility study on the line, the airport is now prioritizing community engagement to ensure local voices are heard before moving forward.