Roane County sits at the center of the region's nuclear economy.
The National Security Prototype Center (NSPC) is a growing hub for innovation in Roane County, bringing together government, industry and research partners to develop and advance technologies that support national security.
NSPC 1 brings partners together in a collaborative environment where ideas and technologies can be developed, tested and refined. The University of Tennessee is among the partners involved in the facility, helping connect research and expertise with national security needs.
NSPC 2 will build on this foundation by expanding space and opportunities for prototype development. Together, the facilities help bridge the gap between research and practical application, supporting innovation, investment and high-quality jobs in the region.
More than 80 years ago, the Manhattan Project transformed a rural area of East Tennessee into the city of Oak Ridge. Thousands of workers came together in a secret wartime effort that helped bring World War II to an end and established the region as a center for nuclear science and technology.
The facilities, expertise and spirit of innovation developed during that time continue to shape Roane County and the surrounding region. Today, national laboratories, security facilities, energy providers and private companies build on that legacy, advancing research, national security, nuclear energy and new opportunities for future generations.
Roane County and the Oak Ridge region are attracting nuclear companies working across the industry, from advanced reactors and nuclear fuel to manufacturing and technology development. Their projects and announcements represent significant potential capital investment and job creation, while strengthening a network of suppliers, research institutions and workforce partners.
These are announced projects and projected employment; timing and final outcomes may change.
Roane County and the surrounding region are home to one of the nation's most significant concentrations of nuclear expertise, research and industry. For more than 80 years, these assets have helped shape advances in national security, energy and scientific discovery.
Conducts research in nuclear science, advanced materials, manufacturing and energy.
Plays a vital role in national security and nuclear materials processing.
The Oak Ridge Enhanced Technology and Training Center, home of the 40,000 sq ft Emergency Response Training Facility (ERTF) in Roane County, trains security, safety and emergency response personnel from around the world in nuclear safeguards, detection and high-consequence operations. Alongside the developing National Security Prototype Center, it connects research, technology development, training and national security.
Explore the Training FacilityAt its Clinch River Nuclear Site in Roane County, TVA is pursuing the potential development of small modular reactor technology to help meet future energy needs, and works with communities and industry partners to attract investment and create jobs.
The region's nuclear strength includes a growing network of private companies, a highly skilled workforce, education and training partners, and industrial sites. Together, these assets position Roane County and the surrounding region to support the next generation of nuclear innovation, attract investment and create career opportunities for years to come.
| Knoxville Logistics Center | Phase II | Phase III |
|---|---|---|
| Size | 222,128 square feet | 209,250 square feet |
| Acreage | 36 acres | 36+ acres |
| Delivery | Delivering Q1 2025 | Delivering 2026 |
Let our team walk you through sites, incentives and the regional supply chain built for the nuclear industry.
