Core Viewpoint - NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Ameresco, Inc. to explore the integration of advanced modular microreactors with Ameresco's engineering, procurement, and construction capabilities for deployment on federal and commercial sites [1][2][3] Company Overview - NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. is focused on developing clean energy solutions through advanced nuclear micro modular reactors (MMRs) and aims to become a diversified and vertically integrated company across multiple business lines, including portable microreactor technologies and nuclear fuel fabrication [10][11] - Ameresco, Inc. is a leading energy infrastructure solutions provider dedicated to helping customers reduce costs and decarbonize to net zero, with a comprehensive portfolio that includes energy efficiency solutions and distributed energy resources [9] Collaboration Details - The MOU outlines a collaboration to evaluate the siting, development, construction, licensing, operation, and decommissioning of NANO Nuclear's microreactors, including KRONOS MMR™, ZEUS™, and LOKI MMR™ [2][3] - Ameresco will lead EPC activities for sites using NANO Nuclear's systems in the U.S., and both companies will coordinate on government funding and available incentives as the initial assessment progresses [3][4] Strategic Importance - The collaboration is seen as a significant step in addressing the evolving energy needs of the U.S. by providing reliable, modular nuclear solutions [3] - NANO Nuclear's technologies are expected to meet the growing power demands of energy-intensive applications such as AI and data centers [8] Environmental Goals - Ameresco aims to help customers reduce their carbon footprints by a cumulative 500 million metric tons by 2050, evaluating the integration of NANO Nuclear's technology with its existing systems [5]