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Georgia Power
Our Mission
Nuclear energy is one of the most resilient, environmentally sustainable, and reliable energy sources on the grid today.
The Office of Nuclear Energy works to advance nuclear energy science and technology to meet the nation's energy, environmental, and economic needs.
Image of the Advanced Test Reactor core
Idaho National Laboratory
What We Do
As an applied energy research and development organization, we enable innovation, support unique research infrastructure, and solve crosscutting challenges facing the nuclear energy sector to:
Enable continued operation of existing U.S. nuclear reactors.
Enable deployment of advanced nuclear reactors.
Develop advanced nuclear fuel cycles.
Maintain U.S. leadership in nuclear energy technology.
Enable a high-performing organization
.
Areas of Focus
The U.S. is developing advanced reactors that
enhance efficiency
,
resource utilization
,
safety
, and
versatility
. They come in a range of sizes and design features that will expand access to clean energy in communities around the world.
Advanced Reactor Basics
Advanced Reactor R&D
Advanced Reactor Demonstration Program
Plant Vogtle Units 1-4
Georgia Power
The U.S. operates the
largest fleet of reactors in the world
to generate nearly 20% of our nation's total electricity and almost half of our clean energy.
Nuclear Reactor Basics
Light-Water Reactor R&D
Safety Training and Workforce Development
Uranium yellow cake
The nuclear fuel cycle is the process that
prepares uranium for use
in nuclear reactors and ensures spent fuel is
safely managed, recycled, or disposed of
.
Nuclear Fuel Cycle Basics
Nuclear Fuel Cycle R&D
HALEU Availability Program
Spent Fuel and High-Level Waste Disposition
Partnerships at the
local, state, and tribal levels
are essential to deploying nuclear energy technologies at home and abroad.
University Support
Tribal Engagement
International Cooperation
Blogs
Nuclear
5 Fast Facts about DOE Reactor Authorization
April 16, 2026
Unleash Commercial Nuclear Power in the United States
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8 Big Wins for Nuclear in the Trump Administration’s First Year
January 26, 2026
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January 13, 2026
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INFOGRAPHIC: How Many Holiday Lights Can a Nuclear Reactor Power?
December 23, 2025
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Latest News
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Department of Energy Seeks to Partner with Private Sector for Used Nuclear Fuel Recycling
April 22, 2026
Unleash Commercial Nuclear Power in the United States
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DOE’s Office of Nuclear Energy Awards $5.9M to Universities to Advance Nuclear Energy Research
April 10, 2026
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World’s First Microreactor Test Bed Now Open for Business
April 8, 2026
Unleash Commercial Nuclear Power in the United States
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Office of Nuclear Energy Awards $49M to Enhance Nuclear Safety Training and Workforce Development
April 7, 2026
VIEW ALL
Leadership
Ted Garrish
Assistant Secretary for Nuclear Energy
Dr. Michael Goff
Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary
Lauren Joyce
Acting Chief Operating Officer
Dr. Josh Jarrell
Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Nuclear Fuel Cycle
Dr. Rian Bahran
Deputy Assistant Secretary for Nuclear Reactors
Aleshia Duncan
Deputy Assistant Secretary for International Cooperation
Paul Murray
Deputy Assistant Secretary for Spent Fuel and High Level Waste Disposition
Robert Boston
Manager, Idaho Operations Office
View Leadership Page
More Resources
Careers
February 12, 2026
Nuclear Power Summary
March 5, 2026
HALEU Availability Program
August 26, 2025
Domestic Low Enriched Uranium Supply Chain
January 5, 2026
Nuclear Reactor Safety Training and Workforce Development Program
April 7, 2026
Contact Us
The Office of Nuclear Energy
Office of Nuclear Energy
U.S. Department of Energy
1000 Independence Ave., SW
Washington, DC 20585
Call Us
(202) 586-2240
E-mail Us
NECommunications@nuclear.energy.gov
Follow Us
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Office of Nuclear Energy
Subscribe for Updates
Stay up-to-date on the latest news, blogs, and videos from the Office of Nuclear Energy
Plant Vogtle Units 1-4
Georgia Power
Our Mission
Nuclear energy is one of the most resilient, environmentally sustainable, and reliable energy sources on the grid today.
The Office of Nuclear Energy works to advance nuclear energy science and technology to meet the nation's energy, environmental, and economic needs.
Image of the Advanced Test Reactor core
Idaho National Laboratory
What We Do
As an applied energy research and development organization, we enable innovation, support unique research infrastructure, and solve crosscutting challenges facing the nuclear energy sector to:
Enable continued operation of existing U.S. nuclear reactors.
Enable deployment of advanced nuclear reactors.
Develop advanced nuclear fuel cycles.
Maintain U.S. leadership in nuclear energy technology.
Enable a high-performing organization
.
Areas of Focus
The U.S. is developing advanced reactors that
enhance efficiency
,
resource utilization
,
safety
, and
versatility
. They come in a range of sizes and design features that will expand access to clean energy in communities around the world.
Advanced Reactor Basics
Advanced Reactor R&D
Advanced Reactor Demonstration Program
Plant Vogtle Units 1-4
Georgia Power
The U.S. operates the
largest fleet of reactors in the world
to generate nearly 20% of our nation's total electricity and almost half of our clean energy.
Nuclear Reactor Basics
Light-Water Reactor R&D
Safety Training and Workforce Development
Uranium yellow cake
The nuclear fuel cycle is the process that
prepares uranium for use
in nuclear reactors and ensures spent fuel is
safely managed, recycled, or disposed of
.
Nuclear Fuel Cycle Basics
Nuclear Fuel Cycle R&D
HALEU Availability Program
Spent Fuel and High-Level Waste Disposition
Partnerships at the
local, state, and tribal levels
are essential to deploying nuclear energy technologies at home and abroad.
University Support
Tribal Engagement
International Cooperation
Blogs
Nuclear
5 Fast Facts about DOE Reactor Authorization
April 16, 2026
Unleash Commercial Nuclear Power in the United States
Nuclear
8 Big Wins for Nuclear in the Trump Administration’s First Year
January 26, 2026
5 Things You Need to Know about Fission Surface Power Systems
January 13, 2026
Nuclear
INFOGRAPHIC: How Many Holiday Lights Can a Nuclear Reactor Power?
December 23, 2025
VIEW ALL
Latest News
Nuclear
Department of Energy Seeks to Partner with Private Sector for Used Nuclear Fuel Recycling
April 22, 2026
Unleash Commercial Nuclear Power in the United States
Nuclear
DOE’s Office of Nuclear Energy Awards $5.9M to Universities to Advance Nuclear Energy Research
April 10, 2026
Nuclear
World’s First Microreactor Test Bed Now Open for Business
April 8, 2026
Unleash Commercial Nuclear Power in the United States
Nuclear
Office of Nuclear Energy Awards $49M to Enhance Nuclear Safety Training and Workforce Development
April 7, 2026
VIEW ALL
Leadership
Ted Garrish
Assistant Secretary for Nuclear Energy
Dr. Michael Goff
Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary
Lauren Joyce
Acting Chief Operating Officer
Dr. Josh Jarrell
Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Nuclear Fuel Cycle
Dr. Rian Bahran
Deputy Assistant Secretary for Nuclear Reactors
Aleshia Duncan
Deputy Assistant Secretary for International Cooperation
Paul Murray
Deputy Assistant Secretary for Spent Fuel and High Level Waste Disposition
Robert Boston
Manager, Idaho Operations Office
View Leadership Page
More Resources
Careers
February 12, 2026
Nuclear Power Summary
March 5, 2026
HALEU Availability Program
August 26, 2025
Domestic Low Enriched Uranium Supply Chain
January 5, 2026
Nuclear Reactor Safety Training and Workforce Development Program
April 7, 2026
Contact Us
The Office of Nuclear Energy
Office of Nuclear Energy
U.S. Department of Energy
1000 Independence Ave., SW
Washington, DC 20585
Call Us
(202) 586-2240
E-mail Us
NECommunications@nuclear.energy.gov
Follow Us