U.S. NRC Approves Construction Permit for X-Energy and Dow Nuclear SMR Project
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has approved a construction permit application submitted by X-Energy and Dow Inc. to develop four Xe-100 advanced small modular reactors (SMRs). The project is slated for deployment at Dow's UCC Seadrift industrial operations site located in Texas. This regulatory milestone marks a significant step forward for the integration of nuclear energy into heavy industrial processes. By utilizing SMR technology, the partnership aims to provide reliable, low-carbon power directly to Dow’s manufacturing facilities, potentially reshaping how large-scale chemical production manages its energy footprint.