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Army Deploys Nuclear Microreactors | Lafayette Louisiana News
The U.S. Army is rolling out nuclear microreactors at five key bases to slash grid dependence and boost energy resilience—think Fort Bragg, Fort Hood, and more—while betting big on next-gen tech with $2.2 billion in funding. These small, long-lasting reactors could power 20+ sites by 2028 under the Janus program, but critics question cost, safety, and whether the military is propping up struggling nuclear firms. Still, officials insist the reactors are safe, waste will be managed off-site, and regulations will eventually align with commercial standards—plus, private investment is expected to…
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