Valar Atomics presented to the East Carbon City Council on July 21, reporting that their helium-cooled test reactor at the Utah San Rafael Energy Lab in Orangeville successfully turned on and generated power. The company emphasized the reactor operates without water and relies on local hiring from the region's energy workforce. The council also discussed animal safety complaints and sewer rate adjustments for vacant properties. City leaders invited Valar Atomics back in August to share additional visuals. The presentation signals continued nuclear development in Carbon and Emery counties, with implications for low-carbon power in the region.
