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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 27, 2026Miami-Dade County

U.S. Army to build nuclear microreactors at five military bases

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The U.S. Army announced plans to install nuclear microreactors at five military bases across the country to ensure energy independence from the commercial power grid. The project involves a $2 billion investment to provide a reliable, localized power source for these installations.

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Why It Matters

This project shifts the energy source for five major military installations to on-site nuclear power, aiming to maintain operations during commercial grid failures.

Key Facts

  • The U.S. Army is investing $2 billion into the construction of nuclear microreactors.
  • The project will install microreactors at five separate military bases.
  • The initiative aims to provide energy independence from the commercial electric grid.
  • The bases are located in various states, including New York and Texas.

Who's Mentioned

otherU.S. Department of EnergyotherRadiant IndustriesotherGeneral Atomics Electromagnetic SystemsotherChuck SchumerlocationNew York“One of the states where a base is located.”otherAntares NuclearotherWestinghouse Government ServicesotherBWXTotherDan DriscolllocationTexas“One of the states where a base is located.”OrganizationU.S. Army“The agency responsible for the microreactor project.”otherDonald TrumpotherU.S. ArmyotherJeff Waksman