Energy

Governors step in to advance states’ nuclear power development

That includes joining neighboring states to collaborate regionally.
Gov. Henry McMaster points to the balcony after giving his State of the State address on Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023, in Columbia, S.C. (AP Photo/Meg Kinnard)

Governors are increasingly stepping in to kickstart and promote nuclear development in their states, illustrating how states see the energy source as central to powering the future.

They have set new nuclear goals, announced funding for programs, launched nuclear energy task forces, created nuclear roadmaps, joined with other states to help reduce the cost of developing nuclear power, and pushed for workforce development. 

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