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El Segundo-based Radiant was selected by the Department of the Air Force, in conjunction with the Defense Innovation Unit, to develop and operate a nuclear microreactor proposed for Buckley Space Force Base in Aurora, Colorado.
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Aurora, Colorado, United States
Who
Radiant, Department of the Air Force, Defense Innovation Unit, Mike Starrett, Honorable Michael Borders, Col. Eamon Murray, Tori Shivanandan
What
El Segundo-based Radiant was selected by the Department of the Air Force, in conjunction with the Defense Innovation Unit, to develop and operate a nuclear microreactor proposed for Buckley Space Force Base in Aurora, Colorado.
When
Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT · 3h 35m ago
Where
Aurora, Colorado, United States ·
Why
The microreactor aims to deliver uninterrupted power to U.S. military bases and ensure critical national security missions are not at risk from power outages.
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This project signifies a renewed U.S. commitment to nuclear power for national security and could set a precedent for energy resilience at military installations globally. It strengthens the energy independence of military operations and supports technological superiority for warfighters.
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