Oklo wins DOE safety sign-off for Texas test reactor, keeps July 2026 first-criticality target
Oklo (OKLO) said the U.S. Department of Energy approved the Documented Safety Analysis for its Groves Isotope Test Reactor in Texas, clearing the project to enter its final pre-startup review. The approval confirms the reactor’s hazard evaluations, operating requirements, and safety controls. Oklo is targeting first criticality in July 2026. The company called the decision its most important regulatory milestone to date, supporting confidence in its advanced nuclear approach.
