Overview
- The partners announced a hybrid design that uses natural gas first and then adds nuclear units to shorten the wait for new power.
- Two GE 7HA.02 gas turbines are slated to deliver about 1 gigawatt of early electricity before the nuclear systems are ready.
- The nuclear phase centers on the BWRX-300, a small modular reactor that uses factory-built parts to simplify construction.
- The companies laid out a tentative schedule with early site work in 2026, a final investment decision in 2027, gas generation possible by 2030, and nuclear capacity starting around 2032.
- They say the approach targets fast-growing data center loads and could cut financing risk by earning revenue sooner, though the project still depends on funding, licensing, and site agreements.