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Apollo Atomics is developing a radically compact nuclear system with a design claimed to be significantly smaller than current plants, aiming for a 10 MW commercial pilot by 2028 and a path toward scalable, low-carbon power. The approach emphasizes higher power density, passive safety, and a streamlined regulatory pathway to reduce capital and operating costs.
A proprietary, compact nuclear system architecture based on established nuclear materials and commercially available fuel. The design aims for high power density, passive safety features, and a standardized, predictable construction process to accelerate deployment. The company targets a 10 MW commercial pilot planned by 2028 and claims a levelized cost of 3 cents per kWh by leveraging smaller plant size and reduced system complexity.
Who it’s for: Energy utilities, government/municipal power agencies, and organizations seeking compact, low-carbon nuclear power for grid-scale or remote applications.
planning a 10-megawatt commercial pilot planned by 2028; mentions 15,000 reactor-years of PWR experience and MIT research
Founder at Apollo Atomics, Inc. (YC P26). PhD in Nuclear Engineering from MIT with 15 peer-reviewed publications and 2 patents on reactor design and fuel optimization. Previously reactor operator at Engie (Belgium's nuclear operator) and advanced reactor designer at EDF (world's largest nuclear operator). Worked with Westinghouse, NuScale, Rolls-Royce on PWR development.
Co-Founder & COO of Apollo Atomics (YC P26). He previously co-founded Blue Innovations Group, an electric boat startup, and served in the White House. He holds a B.A. in Political Science from George Washington University.
Compact nuclear reactors for companies that can't wait for the grid.
Apollo Atomics builds compact pressurized water reactors using proven nuclear technology with a novel steam generator design that reduces construction from 10+ years to under 24 months. The company offers three truck-transportable models (10-300 MWe) for data centers, industrial facilities, and utilities.
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