Uses pressurized light water as coolant instead of water. Operates at higher temperature for greater thermal efficiency.

Powers ~16,260 average US homes. A standard large nuclear plant produces ~1,000 MWe.

Standard water under high pressure. Proven technology used in 90% of operating commercial reactors worldwide.

Standard uranium dioxide ceramic pellets. Used in virtually every operating commercial reactor. Well-understood supply chain.

US nuclear projects historically require 7–10 years from construction permit to first power. The 2026 target assumes factory-built modular components and no major regulatory delays.

Site not yet selected. Selection typically occurs 2–3 years before license application, driven by grid capacity, water access, and state regulatory climate.