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Welcome to the

Tennessee Nuclear Network [TN²]

Powered by the East Tennessee Economic Council (ETEC), TN² is the state's official partnership to advance nuclear innovation, workforce development, and economic growth across the state and strengthen Tennessee’s position as a global hub for nuclear.

 

Why Nuclear

 

  • Rising demand
  • Global competition
  • Good jobs
  • Affordable energy

Our Advantage

 

  • Strong government alignment
  • ORNL, Y-12, TVA, UT, ORAU
  • Nuclear-friendly
  • Advanced nuclear industry hub

Ready to Work

 

  • K-12
  • Technical schools
  • Community colleges
  • Universities
  • Skilled trades

Nuclear's Impact Across Tennessee

$ Billion

Economic Impact in the State of Tennessee

Direct / Indirect Nuclear Jobs

+

Nuclear Locations in Tennessee

“Tennessee’s legacy of nuclear innovation positions the Volunteer State to lead America’s energy independence and drive continued economic growth with safe, clean, and reliable nuclear energy. By formalizing the Tennessee Nuclear Network, we are reinforcing our commitment to leading America’s energy dominance by creating an ecosystem for nuclear energy companies to invest and thrive, bringing greater opportunity and quality jobs to Tennesseans.” - Governor Bill Lee

What Others are Saying

Inside the Nuclear Capital of America

E&E News by Politico - Feb. 28, 2025

Rise of the 'Nuclear Renaissance' in OR

WBIR TV - December 10, 2025

TN 'First Mover' in US Nuclear-$92.6M

Knox News - Feb. 12, 2025

The Industry is Here

From Oak Ridge to Memphis, nuclear companies and facilities are being built and operating across Tennessee, forming the most dynamic nuclear ecosystem in the United States.

From power production, reactor technology, enrichment, fuel production, isotope production (medical applications), nuclear security, radiological standards and testing, to environmental management, we've got it all.

NUCLEAR IS HERE!

Nuclear Company Map - 23-ORNL-24x18-updated logos-cr for web
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