BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) – Idaho’s premiere nuclear energy task force kicked off Monday in Boise with a close look at the nuclear power industry.“This new committee is very focused on very specific recommendations to the Governor concerning where the industry, the nuclear industry, is at this point in time, and what can we do to move it forward in Idaho?” said State Senator Dave Lent (R-Idaho Falls) – one of two Idaho legislators on the task force.
The 20-person, Idaho Advanced Nuclear Energy Task Force is led by Idaho Lt. Gov Scott Bedke and Idaho National Laboratory Director John Wagner.“Idaho has long been at the center of nuclear innovation,” Bedke said in a news release. “This task force brings together the expertise needed to ensure Idaho remains a national leader while prioritizing safety, economic growth and workforce development.”Idaho Falls Mayor Lisa Burtenshaw also serves on the task force, representing local communities and interests.
Nuclear experts said Idaho is well-positioned to play a leading role in America’s emerging advanced nuclear reactor industry…