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GAIN director briefs Teton County on advanced nuclear: timelines, fuel and community engagement

Board of Teton County, Wyoming · April 7, 2026
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Christine King of GAIN/INL briefed commissioners on advanced nuclear technologies, including microreactors, TRISO fuel, Natrium and X‑energy projects, a $2.7 billion federal fuel‑supply investment for HALEU, expected commercial timelines into the 2030s, and the need for community engagement on siting and lifecycle issues.

Christine King, director of the Gateway for Accelerated Innovation in Nuclear (GAIN) at Idaho National Laboratory, gave a detailed briefing to the board on advanced nuclear technology and the national laboratory’s role in supporting new reactor development.

King reviewed reactor history and modern design variants — including light‑water designs,…

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