NABTU and TerraPower Sign Project Labor Agreement for Natrium Reactor
Editorial StaffThe Facts -
- Project Labor Agreement with TerraPower boosts the U.S. nuclear industry.
- Transition to clean energy creates middle-class, union jobs with TerraPower.
- NABTU invests in training, representing over 3 million skilled workers.
Significant Progress for Nuclear Energy as TerraPower Signs Major Labor Agreement
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On March 3, 2025, North America’s Building Trades Unions (NABTU) made a notable announcement regarding a groundbreaking agreement in the nuclear energy sector. The signing of a Project Labor Agreement with TerraPower marks a transformative move for the Natrium reactor project, which promises to shape the future of clean energy in the United States.
Sean McGarvey, President of NABTU, highlighted the significance of this development, stating, “Today’s signing of the Project Labor Agreement with TerraPower for its Natrium reactor marks a massive step forward for America’s nuclear industry. Our partners at TerraPower are showing in real time how the transition to clean baseload energy can create value for the electric grid and ratepayers while ensuring workers are regarded as principal partners with strong middle-class, family-sustaining union jobs.”
The agreement underscores the collaborative effort between TerraPower and NABTU, focusing on creating high-quality union jobs and advancing nuclear technology. McGarvey emphasized the pride and anticipation for the work that NABTU members will embark upon in leading the charge towards innovative nuclear solutions.
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For further inquiries, please contact Betsy Barrett at (202) 997-3266 or via email at bbarrett@nabtu.org.
North America’s Building Trades Unions represent a powerful alliance of 14 national and international unions in the construction sector, advocating for over 3 million skilled craft professionals across the United States and Canada. Annually, NABTU and its partners allocate nearly $2 billion in private-sector funds to maintain and enhance over 1,900 apprenticeship and training facilities. These initiatives are pivotal in developing the most competent and safety-conscious skilled craft workers globally. NABTU is committed to driving economic security and creating career pathways that elevate the middle class, focusing on inclusivity for women, communities of color, Indigenous people, veterans, and justice-involved individuals. For more information, please visit nabtu.org.
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