Fort Hood listed as potential site for microreactor power plant, U.S. Army says
FORT HOOD, Texas (KWTX) - Fort Hood has been listed as a potential site for a microreactor power plant, according to the U.S. Army, as part of the next steps on the Janus Program.
“The Janus Program, the Army’s next-generation nuclear power program, aims to deliver secure, resilient, and reliable energy to support national defense installations and critical missions in accordance with EO 14299Deploying Advanced Nuclear Reactor Technologies for National Security," the Army Communications and Outreach Office says.
The program plans to build commercial microreactors through a milestone-based contracting model to expedite delivery of advanced energy solutions to the warfighters, according to the Army.
The Army selected nine sites, including Fort Hood, for initial deployment. The chosen sites are:
- Fort Benning
- Fort Bragg
- Fort Campbell
- Fort Drum
- Fort Hood
- Fort Wainwright
- Holston Army Ammunition Plant
- Joint Base Lewis-McChord
- Redstone Arsenal
The final number and location for the microreactors will be determined as part of the acquisition process, according to the Army.
“These early site selections align with the Department of War’s goal of accelerating the pace of deploying on-site nuclear generation at our installations,” said the Honorable Jordan Gillis, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Installations, Energy and Environment.
“Through the use of the Army’s unique nuclear regulatory authorities, we are deploying a resilient, secure, and reliable energy supply for critical defense operations and in support of the most lethal land-based fighting force in the world.”
Microreactor power plants represent a significant technological advancement in safety, security, and waste management. The Army states they are safe by design and not by intervention protocols.
“The Army shares a commitment to public safety and transparency with our host communities and recognizes that the communities surrounding these installations have vested interests in their operations,” the Army Communications and Outreach Office says.
The Army says they are committed to providing transparent information throughout the planning process and welcomes public engagement and feedback.
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