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Fort Drum to Host First NY Nuclear Reactor | Montpelier News
Fort Drum in New York is set to host the Army’s first nuclear reactor in nearly four decades, part of the ambitious Janus program designed to power military bases with secure, reliable energy. Built by Westinghouse and generating under 20 megawatts, this compact microreactor fits seamlessly into the base’s landscape while boosting regional energy resilience — though it’ll still rely on the grid for most power. Local leaders hail it as a “huge deal,” celebrating a long-standing partnership and a step toward regional energy independence. Safety features include automatic emergency shutdowns…
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