High-temperature gas-cooled small modular reactor from X-energy using TRISO fuel and helium coolant.
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X-Energy LLC: A US-based nuclear energy solutions provider, specializing in reactor and fuel design.
Founded
2009X-Energy LLC: A US-based nuclear energy solutions provider, specializing in reactor and fuel design.
Founded in 2009 by Kam Ghaffarian, X-energy LLC is a US-based nuclear energy solutions provider headquartered in Rockville, Maryland. The company specializes in the design and engineering of Generation IV high-temperature gas-cooled nuclear reactors and the TRISO-X fuel that powers them. X-energy's core mission is to enhance energy, environmental, national, economic, industrial, and infrastructure security through advanced nuclear technology. Their market focus is primarily on providing safe, reliable, and sustainable nuclear energy solutions within the United States.
Notable figures affiliated with X-energy include founder Kam Ghaffarian and CEO Clay Sell. The company has garnered significant attention and investment from both private and public sectors, reflecting confidence in its innovative approach to nuclear energy. Key achievements include the development of their proprietary TRISO-X fuel and advancements in reactor safety and efficiency. Overall, X-energy has made a substantial impact on the nuclear energy industry by pushing the boundaries of reactor technology and contributing to energy security and sustainability initiatives.
Companies similar to X-energy include TerraPower, Usnc, Kairos Power and Clean Core Thorium Energy.
X-energy was founded in 2009.
X-energy's headquarters is located in Rockville, MD, US.
As of Apr 1, 2026, X-energy has disclosed funding of $281M (USD). Undisclosed round amounts are excluded.
X-energy has 589 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.
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