Senator Murkowski Praises Air Force Microreactor Project at Eielson AFB

June 15, 2025 June 15, 2025

Editorial Staff

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Oklo Inc. will design and operate a microreactor at Eielson AFB.

Microreactors can provide flexible energy for remote, rural areas.

Senator Murkowski supports microreactor technology development.

New Microreactor Energy Project Set to Launch at Eielson AFB

Oklo Inc. has been issued a Notice of Intent to Award to design, construct, own, and operate a microreactor as part of a nuclear energy pilot at the Air Force’s preferred location, Eielson AFB. This artist’s concept image will be similar to a facility that will provide reliable, and secure power. (Image courtesy of Oklo Inc.) — Oklo Inc. has been issued a Notice of Intent to Award to design, construct, own, and operate a microreactor as part of a nuclear energy pilot at the Air Force’s preferred location, Eielson AFB. (Image courtesy of Oklo Inc.)

Washington, DC – The United States Department of the Air Force is taking significant steps toward advancing clean energy technology by awarding a microreactor pilot project at Eielson Air Force Base (AFB). U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) welcomed this progression, noting it will enable the Department and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to proceed with an environmental analysis. Read more about the project milestone here.

Microreactors are compact nuclear power sources, providing a transportable and flexible energy solution ideal for remote locations. Senator Murkowski has been a long-time proponent of this technology, actively supporting its implementation through her roles in various legislative committees. Her efforts include contributions to the Senate Appropriations Committee, the Energy Act, and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA).

Murkowski expressed her approval of the development, stating, “This announcement, though long-delayed, is a very welcome development and brings us one step closer to having this critical next generation of clean, baseload energy technology to help power our communities.” She added that microreactors could play a pivotal role in delivering safe, cost-effective energy to isolated rural areas.