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Nuclear Energy

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200+

Companies in Tennessee’s nuclear industry value chain
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2,500+

New job commitments since 2023
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$8B+

Capital investment since 2023
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$70M

Nuclear fund established in 2023 to attract new jobs and investment
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#1

In the U.S. for nuclear development

Powering the Future

Tennessee has set the tone for nuclear innovation since the Manhattan Project—and we’re ready to lead America’s nuclear renaissance. With a workforce steeped in decades of industry experience, unified federal, state and local support, and unmatched assets like the Oak Ridge National Laboratory and TVA, we offer a complete ecosystem for the next generation of energy.

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  • Nuclear Energy
  • East Tennessee

Oklo Inc. Selects Tennessee for Advanced Fuel Center, Anchored by Nation’s First Privately Funded Nuclear Fuel Recycling Facility

  • Nuclear Energy
  • East Tennessee

Centrus to Expand Oak Ridge Centrifuge Manufacturing Plant to Facilitate Large-Scale Deployment

  • Nuclear Energy
  • East Tennessee

LIS Technologies to Invest More Than $1 Billion in Laser Uranium Enrichment Facility

  • Nuclear Energy
  • East Tennessee

Radiant Selects Tennessee to Build World’s First Mass-Produced Nuclear Generator Factory

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Radiant Selects Tennessee to Build World’s First Mass-Produced Nuclear Generator Factory

On October 13, 2025, Radiant announced plans to build the world’s first mass-produced nuclear generator factory in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, a $280 million investment. The company chose Tennessee for its skilled workforce, deep nuclear expertise and business-friendly environment. We’re proud to welcome Radiant to Tennessee and look forward to seeing their innovation power new opportunities in our state.
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We work hand in hand with your team to offer competitive deductions, tax credits and grants based on your project’s impact to Tennessee.

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TNWorks is Tennessee’s central hub connecting employers to a full suite of customized, data-driven workforce development services, delivered at no cost.

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“We chose Oak Ridge, Tennessee, because of their strong workforce, the community’s rich nuclear heritage and the public’s second-to-none nuclear IQ.”
Tori Shivanandan
COO, Radiant
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$ 0 B+

Capital investment since 2023

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Our fully vetted, shovel-ready sites are primed to bring your vision to life.

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  • West Tennessee
  • 0-50 Acres

Timberlake Industrial Park

  • Easily accessible from Interstate 40 by State Route 22, a five-lane highway, this industrial park is perfectly suited for manufacturing operations.
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  • East Tennessee
  • 0-50 Acres

Aerospace Park 1

  • Located on the Tri-Cities Regional Airport campus, this site provides direct access to the airport’s two runways and is less than ten miles from the intersection of Interstate 81 and Interstate 26, near Kingsport.
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  • West Tennessee
  • 100+ Acres

Northwest Tennessee Regional Industrial Center

  • Ideally located along Highway 51 and bordered by the Canadian National Railroad, the site affords exceptional access to future Interstate 69.
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