Figure 1 – NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. is one of just 16 civil nuclear entities participating in the U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration’s U.S. Civil Nuclear/SMR Industry Working Group for Southeast Asia.

“Southeast Asia presents a very promising market for our advanced, portable microreactor power solutions in development,” said Jay Yu, Founder and Chairman of NANO Nuclear Energy. “The region’s geographical challenges often limit the expansion of traditional power grids, leading many communities to rely on diesel generators. NANO Nuclear’s involvement in this working group will allow us to gain deeper insights and adapt our proprietary microreactors to meet the specific needs of Southeast Asian communities as well as remote areas generally, which has always been a part of our strategy. We’re eager to contribute to the region’s transition to carbon-neutral, secure, and portable nuclear energy solutions.”

The working group will hold quarterly meetings to review key government activities, policies, and export opportunities for SMRs and advanced civil nuclear technologies. These sessions will feature targeted briefings and updates on projected energy demand in Southeast Asia, fostering knowledge sharing among industry experts and offering valuable insights into the region’s requirements. NANO Nuclear will also be notified regarding opportunities to participate in U.S. Government initiatives, including trade missions, industry roundtables, and workshops, subject to eligibility and specific program requirements.

“From the outset, we identified remote and island communities with limited access to traditional power grids as prime use cases for our microreactor designs,” said James Walker, Chief Executive Officer and Head of Reactor Development of NANO Nuclear Energy. “Our participation in this working group will be highly valuable for NANO Nuclear, allowing us to strengthen our relationships with government officials, businesses, and communities across Southeast Asia, particularly in the Philippines, as well as key U.S. officials. Our portable microreactor solutions have the potential to greatly enhance quality of life and industry in the region, and this collaboration will help us refine our solutions to meet Southeast Asia’s particular energy needs.”