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Utah Launches Nuclear Energy Ecosystem, Aims to Lead "Renaissance"
18 Nov
Summary
- Utah partners with Hi Tech Solutions and Holtec International to build nuclear facility
- Project expected to bring $750 million in private investment and 1,350 jobs
- Aims to position Mountain West as hub for advanced nuclear deployment
In a major announcement on November 14th, 2025, Utah Governor Spencer Cox revealed plans to build a small nuclear power plant in Brigham City, alongside a manufacturing and training hub. The project, part of the state's "Operation Gigawatt" initiative, is a partnership with Hi Tech Solutions and Holtec International, and aims to establish a complete civil nuclear energy ecosystem from start to finish.
The $750 million investment is expected to bring approximately 1,350 jobs to the area, including 700 construction jobs and 650 long-term positions. The facility will manufacture parts for small modular reactors and train a specialized nuclear workforce, with the goal of eventually deploying a fleet of reactors across Utah and the Mountain West region.
"Brigham City is planting its flag to lead America's nuclear renaissance," said Brigham City Mayor DJ Bott, echoing the state's ambition to position the region as a hub for advanced nuclear deployment. Holtec executive Rick Springman praised Utah's "state that wants to get things done" approach as a key factor in the company's decision to build in Brigham City.
The project is framed as a move to secure reliable, carbon-free baseload power for Utah amid growing demand from industries like AI and data centers, as well as to strengthen U.S. energy and national security.
