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Trump administration announces $17.5 billion in loans for 10 new large nuclear reactors
By Jennifer Mcdermott And Matthew Daly, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 23, 2026
· 4 min read
The Trump administration is providing $17.5 billion to speed the development of 10 new large nuclear reactors to meet the skyrocketing power demand from massive data centers. Energy Secretary Chris Wright cited “tremendous interest” among developers of data centers that would buy the power, as we...
Key takeaway The nuclear plants could begin construction by 2030 and become operational in the mid-2030s, Wright and other officials said Tuesday.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The Trump administration's announcement of $17.5 billion in loans for 10 new large nuclear reactors has significant implications for the San Antonio area, where energy demand is on the rise. As data centers continue to sprout up in the region, the need for reliable and efficient power sources grows. The potential construction of new nuclear reactors could provide a boost to the local economy, particularly if any of the selected sites are located in or near Bexar County. The use of Westinghouse's AP1000 design, which has been tested at Georgia Power Co.'s Plant Vogtle, may also lead to the creation of new jobs and expertise in the nuclear industry. As the Energy Department moves forward with selecting the five host sites, Alamo Heights residents will be watching closely to see if any of the new reactors will be built in their backyard, and what impact this could have on the community's energy landscape.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 4 min
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