GREEN RIVER, Utah — Fulcrum Point Holdings (“Fulcrum Point”) announced an agreement with Blue Castle Holdings (“Blue Castle”) to advance the existing Blue Castle nuclear project in Green River through the next stages of site development, NRC licensing, and eventual reactor deployment. Fulcrum Point was founded by Chris Hayter, an owner of Hi Tech Solutions, and develops, finances, and operates energy generation assets with a focus on power projects in the Mountain West.
The project represents a significant economic development opportunity for Emery County and the surrounding region, with the expectation to support construction jobs, long-term skilled energy sector jobs, and more demand for energy as Utah grows.
“Fulcrum Point is stepping into this project as a true development partner to help move the Blue Castle Project from years of groundwork into the next phase of execution,” said Chris Hayter, Founder of Fulcrum Point and Chief Operations Officer of Hi Tech Solutions. “Blue Castle has done important work to position this site for success, and we now bring the technical, operational, and project development capabilities needed to help advance it through licensing, deployment planning, and eventual construction. This project has the potential to strengthen Utah’s energy future, support rural economic growth, and deliver reliable power for decades to come.”
“Blue Castle’s focus from the beginning has been to create exactly this kind of opportunity with a company like Fulcrum Point,” said Aaron Tilton, CEO of Blue Castle Holdings. “Over the past 19 years, Blue Castle has laid the groundwork to de-risk a site for the deployment of nuclear power, creating significant value for future energy development that can serve energy demand across Utah and the surrounding region, as well as potential on-site, behind-the-meter opportunities for advanced technology applications. We appreciate the collaborative effort with Emery County and the City of Green River to create high-value jobs and meaningful economic impact in rural Utah.”
The Green River site has previously undergone extensive technical and environmental analysis, including meteorological and seismic data collection, core boring, geophysical surveys, groundwater monitoring, ecological studies, and bathymetry work related to the Green River offtake location. The project also benefits from existing water rights, Union Pacific railway access, proximity to I-70, and multi-market transmission opportunities.
For the region, the project could help build on Emery County’s existing energy workforce and provide new opportunities for workers, families, and local businesses as energy demand continues to grow.“Emery County has always been an energy-producing county, going back generations through coal and other industries that have powered Utah and supported our local economy,” said Jordan Leonard, Emery County Commissioner. “We continue to support coal and the energy producers who have helped build this region, and we also want Emery County to lead out on new technologies that will keep us strong for the future. This agreement represents an opportunity to continue our role as an energy leader while bringing new jobs, investment, and long-term opportunity to our county.”
“Green River has been working with Blue Castle and its leadership for nearly two decades to help position this project for success, and it is exciting to see that long-term effort continue to move forward,” said Edward Castro Bennett, Green River City Manager. “Our community has always understood that southeast Utah has played a critical role in powering this state, and we believe Green River is well-positioned to remain a vital part of Utah’s energy future as new technologies emerge. We appreciate the continued partnership with Blue Castle, Fulcrum Point, Emery County, and the State of Utah, and we look forward to working together as this project advances through the next stages of development.”
The announcement comes as Utah continues to position itself as a national leader in advanced energy development, grid reliability, and next-generation nuclear deployment.
“Utah is building an energy future that is reliable, innovative, clean and secure through Operation Gigawatt,” said Emy Lesofksi, Energy Advisor to the Governor and Director of the Utah Office of Energy Development. “Partnerships with innovators like Holtec International and Hi Tech Solutions are helping us achieve that future and seeing communities like Green River help secure Utah’s legacy of energy abundance.”
Fulcrum Point will work with Blue Castle to move the project from its current stage through the federal licensing process and toward reactor deployment, with SMR technology and equipment to be provided by Holtec International. The Holtec SMR-300 has optionality to be deployed using Air Cooled Condenser (ACC) technology for areas where water cooling may not be possible. This cutting-edge technology allows SMR-300 to operate using an air-cooling system in lieu of a large quantity of water. With the flexibility to use air-cooled condensers, SMR-300 can be deployed in the most arid regions of the world, such as a desert. The project will be advanced through Fulcrum Point, a company formed by Chris Hayter, a founder of Hi Tech Solutions, to develop nuclear power projects across the Mountain West. The Green River project is part of a broader portfolio of energy development projects being advanced by Fulcrum Point and other strategic partners. The project will continue through the appropriate regulatory, environmental, technical, and public review processes as it moves forward.
“With Holtec’s restart of Palisades Nuclear plant in Michigan slated for 2026, and the first Holtec SMRs, Pioneer 1 & 2, in the NRC licensing process and early site preparation, the work in Utah by our partners to acquire sites to help deploy future new Holtec SMRs is paramount,” said Dr. Rick Springman, President of Holtec International. “Our desire to build a fleet of Holtec’s SMRs around the globe fits with Gov. Cox’s vision for Utah under Operation Gigawatt, we look forward to taking the success of our deployment in Michigan and bringing SMR-300 to Utah.”The Green River project by Fulcrum Point follows the same advanced nuclear deployment model as the previously announced Brigham City project in November 2025, also in partnership with Hi Tech Solutions and Holtec International. Both projects represent Fulcrum Point’s broader effort to help establish an advanced energy and nuclear infrastructure ecosystem in Utah.A formal announcement about Fulcrum Point and associated project details will be forthcoming in the near future.
About Fulcrum Point Holdings
Fulcrum Point Holdings is an energy infrastructure development company headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah. The leadership team of Fulcrum Point Holdings understands nuclear, having strong ties to Hi Tech Solutions including shared ownership interests. The company develops, finances, and operates energy generation assets with a focus on power projects in the Mountain West. Fulcrum Point was founded by professionals with decades of combined experience in nuclear plant operations, federal nuclear programs, energy project development, and infrastructure finance. Learn more about Fulcrum Point Holdings
About Hi Tech Solutions
Hi Tech Solutions (HTS) is advancing Utah’s nuclear energy renaissance. HTS draws on experience servicing more than 80% of America’s nuclear reactor fleet to design the next generation of energy solutions. Building on its acquisitions of Reactor Services Inc. and Nuclear Repair Services, HTS delivers integrated capabilities in engineering, precision manufacturing, and field services. In partnership with industry leaders, HTS provides reliable baseload power that strengthens national security, and drives innovation. Learn more about Hi Tech Solutions.
About Blue Castle Holdings
Blue Castle Holdings is a Utah-based energy infrastructure development company focused on bringing commercial nuclear power to the Mountain West. The proposed multi-unit Blue Castle Nuclear Project would increase the electricity generated in Utah by up to 2,200 Megawatts of installed electrical capacity. It is expected that hundreds of permanent full-time employees will work at the plant for 60 years, and that more than 2,500 workers will work during the projected years of construction. Learn more about the Blue Castle Project.