Aalo manufactures compact nuclear reactors that utilize liquid metal coolant and UZrH fuel to achieve high energy density and simplified safety systems. These reactors can generate electricity at a target cost of 3¢ per kWh, providing a scalable solution for energy needs ranging from small data centers to large cities.
Funding
$133.3M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Existing nuclear reactors often suffer from high costs due to complex on-site construction, lengthy build times, and intricate safety systems, hindering their widespread adoption for diverse energy needs. Traditional reactor designs also struggle to achieve high energy density, limiting their scalability and economic viability for smaller applications.
Solution
Aalo manufactures compact nuclear reactors designed for rapid on-site assembly and high energy output. These reactors utilize liquid metal coolant and UZrH fuel, enabling efficient heat extraction and inherent safety features. The modular design allows for factory assembly, reducing construction time and costs, while the UZrH fuel simplifies safety systems by automatically shutting down the reactor if it overheats. This combination of features results in a scalable and cost-effective energy solution suitable for various applications, from small data centers to large cities.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes operators of data centers, municipal utilities, and industrial facilities seeking scalable, cost-effective, and reliable energy solutions.
Features
- Modular reactor design for rapid on-site assembly, reducing construction time and costs
- Liquid metal coolant for efficient heat extraction and increased energy density
- UZrH fuel for inherent "walk-away" safety, simplifying safety systems
- Factory-assembled reactor modules for improved quality control and cost reduction
- Scalable design suitable for powering small data centers to large cities
- Target electricity cost of 3¢ per kWh