Why the Army wants to deploy nuclear microreactors on US bases
Source: Breaking Defense
Original: https://breakingdefense.com/2026/09/why-the-army-wants-to-deploy-nuclear-microreactors-on-us-bases/
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In this episode of The Pentagon Buzz, Breaking Defense’s Ashley Roque tells viewers about her recent reporting on the Janus program, which aims to install nuclear microreactors at five stateside Army bases beginning in the fall of 2028.
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Classification
Region
North America
Analytical Domain
Operational
Primary Category / Secondary Categories
Logistics / Political-Military
SALUTE Report
Size
Not specified
Activity
Deployment of nuclear microreactors
Location
United States
Unit
U.S. Army
Time
Beginning in fall 2028
Equipment
nuclear microreactors
Summary
The U.S. Army plans to deploy nuclear microreactors at five stateside bases starting in fall 2028 as part of the Janus program. This initiative aims to enhance energy security and operational capabilities at military installations across the United States.
Key Facts
- The Janus program aims to install nuclear microreactors at five Army bases.
- Deployment is scheduled to begin in the fall of 2028.
- The report is based on recent reporting by Breaking Defense.