X-energy Confirms Feasibility of Xe-100 Advanced Small Modular Reactor Deployment in Alberta
Source: | · X-ENERGY · | September 25, 2025
X-energy Canada found Alberta well-suited for its Xe-100 small modular reactor, highlighting strong infrastructure and clean energy potential. The study paves the way for future nuclear pilot projects in the province.
X-energy Canada, a subsidiary of X-energy Reactor Company, LLC announced the successful completion of a study confirming the feasibility and benefits of repurposing an existing TransAlta thermal generation site in Alberta with Xe-100 Small Modular Reactors (“SMR”). The findings establish a foundation for further planning and regulatory engagement to support future deployment.
The study, funded by Emissions Reduction Alberta (“ERA”) through the Government of Alberta’s TIER fund, and conducted with TransAlta, Hatch, PCL, and Kinectrics, found significant alignment between the province’s unique energy and industrial profile and the attributes of the Xe-100. It identifies areas where X-energy’s technology can directly support Alberta's energy economy and long-term competitiveness.
X-energy’s Xe-100 SMR is an 80-megawatt (“MW”) high-temperature gas-cooled reactor uniquely suited to Alberta’s energy needs. In addition to electricity, the Xe-100 is specifically designed to reliably provide 565° C heat and steam for industrial applications, unlocking a broad range of use cases for Alberta’s industrial and oil and gas sectors. The province's established supply chain capabilities are well-positioned to support the manufacturing and construction of X-energy’s technology. Further, the Xe-100's advanced design enables the efficient use of air-cooling systems, significantly reducing overall water usage, and offering greater siting flexibility as compared to conventional light-water reactors.
“Alberta is uniquely suited to leverage the benefits of the Xe-100 with a strong industrial base, skilled workforce, and unmatched energy expertise,” said Ben Reinke, Senior Vice President and Deputy Chief Commercial Officer at X-energy. “We look forward to working with provincial and community leaders to explore Xe-100 applications in the province, and its potential to support critical Canadian industries with clean, reliable, and safe energy.”