According To A New State-Funded Feasibility Study, Southwest Virginia Could Be Home To A Micro Nuclear Reactor . Governor Glenn Youngkin Has Announced The State Has Approved Just Over 97-Thousand Dollars For The Regional Study. The Funding Is Part Of Just Over 6-Million Dollars In “Go Virginia” Grant Awards For Eight Projects Statewide. Wise County Will Lead The Study Covering Dickenson, Lee, Scott And Wise Counties Plus The City Of Norton. The Evaluation Will Explore Using Nuclear Microreactors As An Alternative Power Source To Support Future Business Growth. A Consultant Will Determine Infrastructure Needs And Analyze Job Creation And Revenue Potential.
