Texas is growing by leaps and bounds, but there are concerns about the strain that’s having on the power grid.
The fear of a power shortage has some state lawmakers looking towards nuclear power. The bill by State Representative Will Metcalf would set up a special office, under the Governor, which would fast-track the deployment of next-generation nuclear projects.
Grants would pay for things like site planning. There are projects underway at both Abilene Christian and Texas A&M.