Army Deploys Nuclear Microreactors | Chattanooga News

The U.S. Army is rolling out nuclear microreactors at five military bases nationwide, aiming for grid-independent, long-lasting power to fuel critical operations — even during national emergencies. Worth up to $2.2 billion over five years, the contracts will build and operate these reactors, with hopes of deploying over 20 units. While officials tout safety features and waste management partnerships with the DOE, critics question cost, safety oversight (the Army will license them, not the NRC), and whether taxpayer money is propping up struggling companies. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/bff8e456610c61cf