Inside Utah’s pitch for a federal nuclear hub. It’s bigger than you think.

Key takeaways from Utah’s application to mine, store, recycle, enrich and burn nuclear material.

(Francisco Kjolseth | The Salt Lake Tribune) Gov. Spencer Cox gather in north-central Tooele County for a news event with state and local leaders to announce plans related to Utah’s ongoing work to develop long-term strategic opportunities in nuclear energy, on Friday, March 27, 2026.

Inside Utah’s pitch for a federal nuclear hub. It’s bigger than you think.

Key takeaways from Utah’s application to mine, store, recycle, enrich and burn nuclear material.

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