Oklo Inc., a pioneer in advanced nuclear technology, has appointed Kiewit Nuclear Solutions Co. as the lead constructor for its first commercial Aurora powerhouse at Idaho National Laboratory (INL). The selection follows a competitive process based on Kiewit’s technical capabilities and deep expertise in infrastructure construction.
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Key Highlights of Oklo – Kiewit EPC Partnership:
- Client: Oklo Inc. (NYSE: OKLO)
- Constructor: Kiewit Nuclear Solutions Co.
- Project: Aurora Powerhouse, Idaho National Laboratory (INL)
- Project Type: Advanced Nuclear Powerhouse
- Contract Type: Master Services Agreement (MSA)
- Pre-Construction Start: 2025
- Targeted Commercial Operation: Late 2027 to Early 2028
Focus Areas:
- Accelerate project delivery through modernized construction methods
- Leverage Kiewit’s large-scale industrial project expertise
- Enhance cost-effectiveness, quality, and safety standards
- Deploy clean and affordable advanced nuclear energy
Under the newly signed Master Services Agreement, Kiewit will spearhead design, procurement, and construction efforts for the Aurora-INL project, which represents a milestone in Oklo’s journey to deliver clean, reliable, and affordable energy. With pre-construction beginning in 2025 and commercial operations slated for late 2027 or early 2028, this project underscores the company’s commitment to next-generation energy deployment.
“Partnering with Kiewit brings execution strength and project delivery confidence as we move into the next phase,” said Jacob DeWitte, Co-Founder and CEO of Oklo. “Advanced reactors like Aurora can be built differently than legacy nuclear plants, and Kiewit’s capabilities help us modernize how these plants are brought to life.”
Oklo has already completed key site characterization work in Idaho and secured fuel and regulatory approvals—critical enablers for the near-term deployment of its microreactor technology.
Mike Rinehart, President of Kiewit Nuclear Solutions Co., added, “We are proud to join Oklo in delivering one of America’s first commercial advanced nuclear powerhouses. This partnership reflects a shared focus on execution excellence and clean energy innovation.”
The Aurora-INL forms a key part of Oklo’s deployment pipeline, which includes agreements to deliver over 14 GW of clean energy to commercial and federal clients.
This strategic collaboration positions both Oklo and Kiewit at the forefront of a nuclear energy renaissance focused on sustainability, safety, and scalable innovation.
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