The city of Bryan is now part of the Texas Nuclear Alliance, a partnership that city and industry leaders said could connect Bryan to future energy planning, investment and job growth.
In a nutshell
According to a March 30 news release, the alliance links Bryan with industry expertise, policy discussions and emerging technologies related to advanced nuclear energy, including small modular reactors and next-generation power systems.
Bryan’s membership builds on the city’s long history in energy infrastructure through Bryan Texas Utilities, the municipally owned electric utility that has served the community for more than a century, according to the release.
What they’re saying
Texas Nuclear Alliance President Reed Clay said in the release that Bryan is becoming a center for nuclear innovation through its connection to the Texas A&M University System’s RELLIS Campus and Energy Proving Ground, where advanced reactor technologies are being developed.
He said those partnerships, along with the city’s leadership and industrial base, could help drive economic growth and support the future of nuclear innovation in Texas.
Mayor Bobby Gutierrez said in the release that Bryan joined the alliance as the Texas Triangle continues to see rapid population growth and rising electricity demand.
“As the Texas Triangle continues to experience rapid population growth and increasing electricity demand, nuclear energy is emerging as a critical component of a resilient and diversified energy portfolio,” Gutierrez said. “By joining the Texas Nuclear Alliance, Bryan signals its intent to remain at the forefront of innovation, infrastructure planning and next-generation power solutions.”
Gutierrez also said in the release that Bryan’s partnerships, particularly those tied to the Texas A&M University System and the surrounding research environment, help position the city to take part in broader discussions about energy independence, grid resiliency and future technology deployment.
City Manager Andrew Nelson said in the release that Bryan’s participation in the alliance could create opportunities tied to investment, innovation and job creation while helping the city plan responsibly for long-term growth.
“Reliable and affordable energy is foundational to economic development,” Nelson said. “Our participation in the Texas Nuclear Alliance connects Bryan to new opportunities for investment, innovation and job creation while helping us responsibly plan for long-term growth.”
Some context
The Texas Nuclear Alliance was formed in 2022 after Winter Storm Uri and now includes more than 70 member entities focused on advancing nuclear technology in Texas, according to the release. Bryan’s membership gives the city a place in broader statewide conversations about how advanced energy technologies could support future growth and grid reliability.
