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NANO Nuclear Energy Engages AECOM for Critical Services at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: NNE) has announced a significant milestone in its development roadmap for the KRONOS MMR, its most advanced microreactor design, by engaging AECOM to support the planned construction and deployment activities at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC). This initiative marks a critical step in NANO Nuclear's mission to deploy safe, fully modular, and zero-emission microreactor systems across remote, commercial, and defense sectors.

Key Takeaways:

  • NANO Nuclear has engaged AECOM under a master services agreement to support site-specific engineering, environmental analysis, and regulatory planning at UIUC.
  • The agreement aims to lay the groundwork for site-specific engineering in preparation for deploying the first KRONOS MMR at UIUC, a globally recognized hub for nuclear research and innovation.
  • Initial work at the UIUC site includes technical feasibility studies, site assessment and environmental analysis, permitting and licensing support, and regulatory interface coordination.
  • A successful installation and operation at UIUC in the future would provide an unprecedented real-world demonstration of the KRONOS MMR microreactor platform and serve as a model for future university, government, and commercial deployments nationwide.
  • UIUC is already a national leader in nuclear engineering and hosts one of the most advanced research programs in the country, making it an ideal location for this ambitious project.
  • NANO Nuclear's work at UIUC affirms its growing influence in the nuclear technology space and strengthens investor confidence in its ability to execute on its high-impact plans.
  • The project represents a critical step in NANO Nuclear's mission to deploy safe, fully modular, and zero-emission microreactor systems across remote, commercial, and defense sectors.

Statistics:

  • The KRONOS MMR microreactor design includes patented technology and is currently in construction permit pre-application engagement with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).
  • The project involves site assessment and environmental analysis, which is expected to be completed within the next 12-18 months.
  • NANO Nuclear aims to deploy the first KRONOS MMR at UIUC within the next 5-7 years, subject to regulatory approvals and successful testing and validation.
  • The project has the potential to provide a safe, reliable, and clean source of energy, as well as create new job opportunities in the nuclear industry.

Sources:

  • GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)
  • NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: NNE)
  • AECOM
  • University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC)

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