OAK RIDGE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Thursday, Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee announced that Oklo Inc. has selected Oak Ridge, Tennessee for their new $1.7 billion expansion.

Oklo is an advanced nuclear technology company and the new facility will create over 800 new jobs.

“The facility will recycle used nuclear fuel from today’s operating fleet, establishing the nation’s first privately funded nuclear recycling capability and providing a durable, domestic fuel supply for advanced reactors,” said the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development.

Gov. Lee said Tennessee is in a great position for nuclear energy.

“Tennessee is well-positioned to lead America’s energy independence, which is why we created the Nuclear Energy Fund to support and expand our state’s nuclear ecosystem. We’re proud

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