The DBDC Welcomes Deep Fission as Newest Member
February 20, 2025, Cameron TX – The Deep Borehole Demonstration Center (DBDC) is pleased to announce that Deep Fission, Inc., a U.S.-based nuclear energy company revolutionizing the industry by placing small modular reactors (SMRs) a mile underground, has joined its esteemed consortium of members.
This milestone follows Deep Fission’s recent visit to one of the DBDC’s test sites in Cameron, Texas, in January. During the visit, leaders from both organizations toured the facility, observed the DBDC’s cutting-edge research and demonstrations, and discussed potential synergies between their technologies. Together, they reaffirmed their shared vision for a safer and more sustainable future in nuclear waste management.
“We are delighted to welcome Deep Fission as a member of the DBDC,” said Andy Griffith, Executive Director of the Deep Borehole Demonstration Center. “Their underground reactor technology highlights their commitment to advancing innovative and practical solutions for the nuclear industry. Their expertise will be instrumental in our mission to validate deep borehole disposal as a robust and scientifically grounded solution to one of the world’s most pressing challenges.”
Elizabeth Muller, Co-Founder and CEO of Deep Fission, expressed her enthusiasm for the collaboration: “Joining the DBDC represents an exciting opportunity to align our groundbreaking SMR technology with a globally recognized initiative in nuclear waste disposal,” said Elizabeth. “Together, we aim to build public confidence in the safety and viability of deep borehole solutions while advancing the nuclear industry toward a more responsible future.”
The DBDC’s consortium of global partners is dedicated to demonstrating and refining deep borehole disposal as a safe and effective solution for radioactive waste. Deep Fission joins a group that brings together a rich, multi-national mixture of organizations from the public, private, and non-profit sectors, including the utility sector, national Waste Management Organizations, and national laboratories.
Founded in 2022 as an independent nonprofit organization, the DBDC is dedicated to accelerating the global deployment of deep borehole disposal technologies. Through non-radioactive demonstrations, robust safety case development, and international collaboration, the Center addresses critical challenges in radioactive waste management. With a foundation of scientific excellence and transparency, the DBDC continues to engage global experts, communities, and stakeholders to promote safe and practical solutions for managing long-lived radioactive materials.
For more information about the Deep Borehole Demonstration Center and its initiatives, please visit www.deepboreholedemo.org.
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About the Deep Borehole Demonstration Center:
The Deep Borehole Demonstration Center is a US 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing deep borehole disposal as a safe and effective solution for radioactive waste management. Through international collaboration, scientific excellence, and community engagement, the Center conducts demonstrations and develops safety cases to support the global deployment of deep borehole technologies.
https://www.deepboreholedemo.org/
About Deep Fission, Inc.:
Deep Fission is revolutionizing the energy landscape with innovative technology that places small modular reactors a mile underground. The team of leading scientists, engineers, and visionaries is driven by a shared commitment to advancing safe, reliable, and affordable low-carbon energy solutions. The company has made significant progress in pre-licensing with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and is pursuing commercial projects worldwide. For more information, visit deepfission.com.