05/20/2026
Exciting news for Norfolk!
Norfolk has been named one of the top four Nebraska communities best suited for potential next generation nuclear development.
This was part of a statewide siting feasibility study that reviewed 16 communities based on infrastructure and federal siting criteria.
Being included in the top four highlights Norfolk’s strong position for future energy and economic development opportunities.
Learn more: https://nextgennuclearne.com/news-and-updates/
We have completed the Next Generation Nuclear siting feasibility study, identifying the top four communities best suited to host a next generation nuclear facility based on current infrastructure and Nuclear Regulatory Commission siting criteria.
The top four communities are:
• Sutherland
• Beatrice
• Brownville
• Norfolk
The first phase of the study identified areas around sixteen communities which were then evaluated more in-depth during the second and final phase of the study. Those communities included Beatrice, Brownville, Fremont, Grand Island, Hallam, Hastings, Holdrege, Kearney, Lexington, Nebraska City, Norfolk, Plattsmouth, Rushville, Sutherland, Valentine, and Wauneta. All 16 sites remain strong candidates for future next generation nuclear development.
The siting feasibility study was conducted at the direction of the Nebraska Legislature, who allocated $1 million to the Nebraska Department of Economic Development to fund the study. DED subsequently awarded the funds to NPPD, which operates Cooper Nuclear Station near Brownville – the state’s only nuclear power generator.
Public power utilities remain committed to planning responsibly and working together to ensure reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy for the communities we serve.
Learn more at https://nextgennuclearne.com/news-and-updates/.
