
Oklo, an advanced nuclear start-up, saw its stock surge after being selected to join a US federal initiative that repurposes excess plutonium from the Cold War era into nuclear reactor fuel. This move highlights a novel approach to managing nuclear materials while advancing clean energy technology. Oklo plans to build its Aurora powerhouse at Idaho National Laboratory, signaling progress in next-generation nuclear power development. The federal program aims to reduce nuclear waste and promote sustainable energy solutions.