Terra Innovatum and Ameresco Partner to Deploy 50 SOLO Micro-Modular Reactors Across Federal and Commercial Sites

Terra Innovatum Srl, a developer of micro-modular nuclear reactors, has signed a memorandum of understanding with Ameresco, a leading energy solutions provider, to establish a comprehensive framework for siting, development, construction, integration, operation, and decommissioning planning of the SOLO micro-modular reactor. The collaboration will leverage Ameresco's national network and expertise to identify siting opportunities on public and private land, with a goal to secure the deployment of 50 reactor units across federal and commercial sites.

Alessandro Petruzzi, CEO of Terra Innovatum, stated that Ameresco's deep industry network and expertise in delivering innovative energy solutions will play a crucial role in SOLO's commercial deployment. Through Ameresco's support to identify and secure sites for SOLO reactor technology, Terra Innovatum has an opportunity to expand its reach and advance its vision and path to market. Giordano Morichi, Partner, Chief Business Development Officer & Investor Relations, added that the partnership provides a multi-tiered and diversified path to market, enabling parallel deployment as the company pursues U.S. government and private sector opportunities.

Nicole Bulgarino, President of Federal Solutions and Utility Infrastructure at Ameresco, emphasized that Ameresco brings decades of experience in delivering advanced energy solutions across federal and commercial markets. The collaboration with Terra Innovatum will leverage innovative technology to deliver critical power when and where it is needed most, supporting mission readiness and energy assurance in an evolving global landscape.

The SOLO micro-modular reactor represents a significant advancement in nuclear energy technology, with anticipated global availability within the next three years. Conceptualized in 2018 and engineered over six years by experts in nuclear safety, licensing, innovation, and R&D, SOLO addresses pressing global energy demands with a market-ready solution. Built from readily available commercial off-the-shelf components, the proven licensing path for SOLO enables rapid deployment and minimizes supply chain risks, ensuring final cost predictability.

SOLO will offer versatile applications, providing CO2-free, behind-the-meter, and off-grid power solutions for data centers, mini-grids serving remote towns and villages, and large-scale industrial operations in hard-to-abate sectors like cement production, oil and gas, steel manufacturing, and mining. The technology also has the ability to supply heat for industrial applications and specialized processes, including water treatment, desalination and co-generation. Thanks to its modular design, SOLO can easily scale to deliver up to 1GW or more of CO2-free power with a minimal footprint, making it an ideal solution for rapidly replacing fossil fuel-based thermal plants.

Beyond electricity and heat generation, SOLO can contribute to critical applications in the medical sector by producing radioisotopes essential for oncology research and cancer treatment. Designed to adapt with evolving fuel options, SOLO supports both LEU+ and HALEU, offering a platform ready to transition to future fuel supplies. More information about Terra Innovatum's technology and mission is available at https://www.terrainnovatum.com.