Agreement advances Texas gas-plus-nuclear concept to next phase

August 17, 2026, 3:09PMNuclear News
Concept art of the gas-plus-nuclear power plant in Victoria, Texas. (Image: Blue Energy)

Plans between GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy and Blue Energy to build a “gas-plus-nuclear” power plant have advanced beyond a strategic collaboration, with an agreement now in place.

Blue Energy, GE Vernova plan “gas-plus-nuclear” power plant in Texas

May 5, 2026, 4:39PMNuclear News

GE Vernova has formed a strategic collaboration with nuclear project financing and manufacturing firm Blue Energy to “advance the world’s first gas-plus-nuclear power plant.” The companies say that they intend to design and develop a power plant using GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy BWRX-300 small modular reactors and GE Vernova gas turbines to meet electricity demands related to AI and advanced manufacturing. Subject to a final investment decision in 2027, the first plant is to be located at a Blue Energy site in Texas and will power a nearby data center campus.