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Aalo Atomics’ Critical Test Reactor has reached initial criticality at the Idaho National Laboratory, making it the fourth U.S. microreactor to achieve this milestone under Department of Energy authorization.
This development highlights ongoing progress in advanced nuclear technologies, reinforcing the growing emphasis on secure, modern nuclear infrastructure in the U.S. sector. Industry observers see the achievement as another step toward enhancing energy security and fueling momentum for further nuclear innovation.
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The U.S. nuclear industry has shown rapid growth since executive orders aimed at energy independence, according to Ur-Energy Inc. U.S. uranium mine production in 2023 more than doubled 2024 levels and reached a nine-year high, latest EIA data show, as reported by Ur-Energy Inc. These developments add context to Aalo Atomics’ new reactor milestone.