1. Nuclear Energy Technology Research and Development o Development of next-generation nuclear reactors, nuclear fuel cycles, and other innovations in reactor safety to include manufacturing for all nuclear supply chain components. o Collaboration with industry and universities to transfer cutting-edge technologies to commercial use, creating high-tech jobs in Kentucky. o Advancing efforts to attract nuclear-related users and development to build-ready site. 2. Environmental Remediation and Redevelopment of Legacy Sites o Projects that add to Kentucky’s environmental remediation and legacy site redevelopment activities, particularly on how such projects will increase economic vitality and workforce development in those regions. 3. Energy Infrastructure and Deployment o Feasibility studies or pilot projects for building new nuclear power facilities, retrofitting existing infrastructure, or integrating nuclear power into the regional grid. o Focus on energy access and resilience in rural or underserved communities, ensuring that new nuclear energy solutions provide broad economic and community benefits. 4. Workforce Development and Education o Programs aimed at creating a highly skilled workforce for the nuclear energy sector, with specific focus on local job creation, especially in areas with high unemployment. o Partnerships with local community colleges, universities, vocational schools, and industry partners to develop curricula that meets the needs of the nuclear energy
