LUT University is planning a research microreactor in Lappeenranta. The planned reactor is the first microreactor in Finland and an internationally significant facility.
LUT University and Seattle-based Ultra Safe Nuclear Corporation have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aiming to deploy a micro-modular reactor (MMR®) as a research and test reactor in the city of Lappeenranta, Finland. The planned project will also involve local authorities and stakeholders.