Aurora (Oklo)
Planned for construction at the Idaho National Laboratory in Idaho, USA, the Aurora microreactor by Oklo represents an innovative approach to small-scale nuclear power with a net capacity of 15 MWe. Currently under development, it aims to provide a flexible, carbon-free energy solution for remote or
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Aurora (Oklo)
Status: UNDER_CONSTRUCTION Category: MICROREACTOR Country: USA USA Type: Microreactor Microreactor Capacity: 15 MWe
Overview
Planned for construction at the Idaho National Laboratory in Idaho, USA, the Aurora microreactor by Oklo represents an innovative approach to small-scale nuclear power with a net capacity of 15 MWe. Currently under development, it aims to provide a flexible, carbon-free energy solution for remote or specialized applications. This project highlights the emerging trend of microreactors in the civilian nuclear sector.
Key Facts
Source: IAEA PRIS / reactors_canonical · Enriched by Grok Last updated: 2026-05-10
Sources
- Oklo Official Website [UNVERIFIED] — Official site of Oklo, the developer of the Aurora microreactor, with details on the project and technology.
- NRC Power Reactor List — U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission page listing power reactor units, relevant for regulatory context on U.S. reactors like Aurora.
- World Nuclear Association - USA Profile — Overview of nuclear power in the USA, including emerging projects like microreactors.
- World Nuclear News - Oklo Aurora Update [UNVERIFIED] — News article on Oklo's Aurora microreactor project at Idaho National Laboratory.
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