Uranium Energy Corp Starts Production at Burke Hollow, New U.S. Uranium Mine

America's Largest Greenfield ISR Uranium Project Begins Operations, Strengthening Domestic Nuclear Fuel Supply

Apr. 8, 2026 at 10:59am

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Uranium Energy Corp (UEC) has received approval from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and commenced production at its Burke Hollow project, the world's newest in-situ recovery (ISR) uranium mine and the first new U.S. ISR operation in over a decade. The startup of Burke Hollow is a significant achievement for UEC, advancing the project from a grassroots discovery in 2012 to production in 2026.

Why it matters

The launch of Burke Hollow highlights the importance of domestic uranium production as the foundation of a secure, American nuclear fuel cycle. It positions UEC as the only U.S. uranium company with two active producing ISR hub-and-spoke platforms, strengthening the country's energy dominance and national security.

The details

Burke Hollow is the largest ISR uranium discovery in the U.S. in the past decade, with only about half of the ~20,000-acre property explored to date. Production from Burke Hollow will be processed at UEC's Hobson Central Processing Plant, which is licensed to produce up to 4 million pounds of uranium per year. The project's phased approach to future resource expansion and wellfield development provides significant long-term potential.

  • UEC received approval from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and commenced production at Burke Hollow in April 2026.
  • The company plans to start up its Ludeman ISR project in Wyoming in 2027.

The players

Uranium Energy Corp

America's largest and fastest growing uranium company, controlling the largest uranium resource base and most licensed production capacity in the United States.

Amir Adnani

President and CEO of Uranium Energy Corp.

Chris Wright

United States Energy Secretary.

Greg Abbott

Governor of Texas.

Craig Wall

Vice President, Environmental, Health & Safety, Texas at Uranium Energy Corp.

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What they’re saying

“The startup of Burke Hollow is a significant achievement for UEC, advancing the project from a grassroots discovery in 2012 to production in 2026. With two ISR operations now producing, and our Ludeman ISR project planned for startup in 2027, we are building a scalable, multi-faceted platform supported by the largest uranium resource base in the United States.”

— Amir Adnani, President and CEO

“UEC's recent production achievements in Texas and Wyoming highlight the importance of uranium production as the foundation of a secure, domestic nuclear fuel cycle. The Trump Administration remains committed to strengthening this capability, which is essential to American energy dominance and our national security.”

— Chris Wright, United States Energy Secretary

“Texas is proud to be home to America's largest greenfield ISR uranium production project. This Burke Hollow project in South Texas will strengthen America's domestic nuclear fuel cycle and solidify Texas as a world energy leader.”

— Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas

“After over a decade of exploration, permitting and development, the TCEQ approval reflects the strength of our technical and operational execution. We appreciate the collaboration and professionalism of the TCEQ throughout the process and look forward to continuing to work with them as the project advances.”

— Craig Wall, Vice President, Environmental, Health & Safety, Texas

What’s next

Uranium Energy Corp plans to start up its Ludeman ISR project in Wyoming in 2027, further expanding its domestic uranium production capabilities.

The takeaway

The launch of Uranium Energy Corp's Burke Hollow project, the first new U.S. ISR uranium mine in over a decade, strengthens America's domestic nuclear fuel supply chain and solidifies Texas as a leading hub for uranium production. This milestone underscores the strategic importance of revitalizing the U.S. uranium industry to support the country's energy security and global competitiveness.