Mission & Vision

Arizona Nuclear Ventures’ mission is to establish Arizona as the premier U.S. market for advanced nuclear technologies, specifically Small Modular Reactors (SMRs). Arizona’s vast solar potential, abundant buildable land, and pro-innovation business climate make it an ideal proving ground for hybrid systems that pair renewables with next-generation nuclear. This isn’t just about clean energy—it’s about energy independence, grid resilience, and unlocking a new industrial era powered by reliable, carbon-free baseload power. As the nation looks to modernize its energy infrastructure, Arizona is uniquely positioned to lead the way, fueled by its strategic geography, existing research assets, and growing demand for clean, dispatchable power in the Southwest and beyond.

 

Arizona Nuclear Ventures’ vision is to transform Greater Phoenix into the launchpad of The New Nuclear Age. To achieve this, we must catalyze both the advanced manufacturing and local deployment of SMRs and the creation of a robust ecosystem to support their development, financing, and operations. This means nurturing homegrown nuclear innovators, attracting top talent, and mobilizing private capital to seize the opportunity of a lifetime. With growing federal support and intensifying global energy needs, Arizona can rise as the universal epicenter for advanced nuclear innovation.

 

Arizona Nuclear Ventures is a coalition of partners that provides the critical resources to make this vision a reality.