X-energy pushes helium-cooled Xe-100 reactors for industrial heat

X-energy is developing small modular reactors with helium cooling that can supply high-temperature heat for industry and up to 80 MW of electricity. Its first TRISO-X fuel plant is due in 2028, and a project for Dow in Texas could be operational by the early 2030s.

• The Xe-100 reactor delivers 80 MW of electricity and high-temperature heat
• TRISO pebble fuel is highly resistant to corrosion and melting
• The TRISO-X fuel fabrication plant is due for completion in 2028
• A Dow project in Texas could be operational by the early 2030s