Idaho Request for Information (RFI) Nuclear Development and Data Center Location Incentives

The State of Idaho, through its Governor's Office of Energy and Mineral Resources, is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to solicit input from nuclear energy developers and industry leaders regarding location decisions and investment incentives for nuclear facilities in Idaho. The state seeks to understand the key factors influencing site selection, infrastructure requirements, regulatory considerations, workforce needs, and preferred incentive structures that would make Idaho an attractive destination for nuclear development.

Respondents are requested to provide comprehensive company information including headquarters location, years of operation, current portfolio of facilities, planned expansion timelines over the next 5-10 years, and investment capacity. The RFI specifically seeks input on site selection criteria including electricity costs and reliability, land availability and cost, water access and rights, transportation infrastructure, telecommunications infrastructure, proximity to transmission lines, geological stability, regulatory environment, workforce availability, proximity to research institutions, tax structures, available incentives, community acceptance, and environmental considerations.

Infrastructure requirements information requested includes electrical infrastructure specifications (required capacity in MW, voltage levels, redundancy requirements, backup power, grid interconnection preferences), physical infrastructure needs (land acreage and zoning, water requirements in gallons per day with quality specifications, transportation and rail access needs, telecommunications requirements, security and safety considerations), and workforce requirements (number of employees for construction and operations phases, skill levels, training and certification requirements, proximity to educational institutions, and housing needs).

The RFI also seeks detailed information on regulatory and permitting considerations, including federal permits and approvals required, permitting timelines, experience with streamlined permitting processes, and environmental review priorities. Economic and financial considerations should address typical capital investment ranges, reactor type, construction timelines, expected operational lifespan, local procurement opportunities, direct and indirect employment impacts, payroll estimates, and tax revenue generation potential. Respondents should indicate preferences regarding financial incentives (property tax abatements, sales tax exemptions, income tax credits, infrastructure cost-sharing, workforce training funding, R&D tax credits, expedited permitting) and partnership opportunities with state institutions including Idaho National Laboratory, universities, and technical schools.

Responses must be submitted electronically in PDF format on company letterhead with authorized signature by December 12, 2025, with a maximum of 25 pages excluding appendices. Submissions should be sent to Cally Younger at the Governor's Office of Energy and Mineral Resources. Proprietary or confidential information must be clearly marked, and aggregate data may be used in public reports without company identification. All responses will be reviewed by the state economic development team, with follow-up discussions possible for selected respondents. This RFI does not constitute a commitment by the State of Idaho to provide any specific incentives or support, as all future agreements will be subject to separate negotiation and approval.