Could nuclear energy power the Magic Valley? Jerome County wants to find out
20 Jul 2026
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As the Magic Valley grows, so does its demand for energy — and Jerome County leaders say they want to learn more about whether small modular nuclear reactors could be part of the solution.
In early July, communities across Idaho received an invitation from the Idaho Advanced Energy Consortium asking which municipalities were interested in discussions about deploying small modular nuclear reactors.
Camille Barigar, executive director of Jerome 20/20, an economic development organization that attracts industry to Jerome County, said energy capacity is one of the first things she evaluates when considering new businesses.
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