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Emery Today
By the People, for the People
Valar Atomics Invites Community to Tour Facility on February 26
Open house event will allow residents to see new nuclear reactor and speak with engineers.
Published on Feb. 24, 2026
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Valar Atomics, a nuclear energy company, is inviting the community to tour its facility in San Rafael, Utah on February 26. The open house event will give residents a chance to see the new Ward-250 reactor that recently arrived at the San Rafael Energy Research Lab and speak directly with the engineers working on the project.
Why it matters
The open house is part of Valar Atomics' effort to be more transparent with the local community about its nuclear energy operations. The company wants to address any questions or concerns residents may have about the new reactor and infrastructure.
The details
Valar Atomics is preparing to turn on the Ward-250 reactor by July 4, a challenge issued by former President Donald Trump. The reactor will be used for testing and training purposes, not commercial energy production. At the open house, community members will be able to tour the facility, speak with engineers, and hear from company leadership as well as local Emery County Commissioners.
- The Ward-250 reactor arrived in Utah on February 15, 2026 after being transported from California.
- The Emery County Commissioners approved a letter of support for Valar Atomics by a 3-0 vote the same week the reactor arrived.
- Valar Atomics' community open house will take place on Thursday, February 26, 2026 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
The players
Valar Atomics
A nuclear energy company that is bringing a new reactor to the San Rafael Energy Research Lab in Utah.
Max Ukropina
The head of projects at Valar Atomics.
Emery County Commissioners
The local government officials who approved a letter of support for Valar Atomics' project.
What’s next
The Ward-250 reactor is scheduled to be turned on by July 4, 2026, fulfilling a challenge issued by former President Donald Trump.
The takeaway
Valar Atomics is making an effort to be transparent with the local community about its new nuclear reactor project, recognizing the importance of open communication and addressing any concerns residents may have about the new infrastructure.
