Idaho is already a technology state
Idaho technology economy employs over 320,000 workers across 17 sectors, representing 32% of the state's workforce and growing rapidly.
INL and universities achieve remote autonomous control of Purdue research reactor
Idaho National Laboratory and partners remotely and autonomously controlled Purdue's PUR1 research reactor in real time, advancing nuclear energy technology.
New supercomputer Teton quadruples INL computing power
The DOE will activate the Teton supercomputer at INL, quadrupling computing power to accelerate advanced nuclear reactor and fuel researc
Aurora powerhouse project underway with groundbreaking ceremony
Oklo begins building the Aurora powerhouse nuclear plant at Idaho National Laboratory, creating jobs and advancing clean energy for AI-driven demand.
Western states forge alliance with nation’s nuclear lab on advanced energy development
Idaho National Laboratory is driving advanced nuclear energy collaboration across Western states, fueling innovation, investment and clean power.
Nuclear projects to be accelerated through INL and Amazon AI collaboration
With the use of AWS’ Amazon Bedrock, which provides the AI foundation models, INL will be able to execute its nuclear project goals.
Firm selected to build commercial energy facility at INL
Kiewit was selected after a competitive process that looked at construction and technical capabilities, Oklo stated.
Idaho researchers collaborate with US company to develop novel nuclear fuel to preserve, improve today’s reactors
INL and other national laboratories make their resources available to private companies to foster innovation in the energy industry.
Workshop to educate teachers on energy research
The workshop will be held at INL in Idaho Falls from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. both days, and attendees “are encouraged to bring their curiosity and enthusiasm as they explore INL's advanced energy research and innovative technologies,” a release stated.
Agreement between Idaho and DOE to support nuclear energy
In the 1995 agreement, the amount of spent nuclear fuel entering INL was limited to 55 metric tons and required the DOE to report on the amount received each year.
Lab and school partnership provides SUPER opportunities in advanced manufacturing research
INL and Boise State have worked together for several years to partner researchers with faculty and provide training and workforce development for students going into high-demand technical industries.
How high-flux thermal irradiation testing became a foundation for US nuclear leadership
Prototypes and demonstration reactors, such as the historic Experimental Breeder Reactor-I, are an excellent way to develop a specific reactor type.


















