Oklo Shares Dip 1.34% on $1.48B Turnover as DOE Awards 3 Projects Slips to 54th in Trading Volume

Oklo (OKLO) closed August 13, 2025, down 1.34% with a trading volume of $1.48 billion, marking a 24.82% decline from the prior day’s activity. The stock ranked 54th in trading volume among listed equities. The move followed the company’s announcement of being selected for three projects under the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Reactor Pilot Program, a key initiative aiming to accelerate nuclear innovation in the U.S.

The DOE program, launched in May 2025, seeks to achieve criticality in at least three test reactors by July 4, 2026, aligning with America’s 250th anniversary. Oklo and its subsidiary, Atomic Alchemy, were awarded two and one project slots respectively, reflecting the federal government’s push to streamline nuclear licensing and foster domestic energy solutions. The selection underscores the company’s leadership in advanced fission technology, including its role as the first to obtain a site use permit for a commercial advanced fission facility and its collaboration with national laboratories on fuel recycling.

Industry observers note the projects could enhance Oklo’s operational readiness and commercial viability, though challenges such as fuel supply chain development and regulatory hurdles remain. The DOE’s involvement also signals broader policy support for nuclear energy, potentially boosting investor confidence in the sector’s long-term prospects. Oklo’s CEO emphasized the initiative’s role in accelerating U.S. nuclear innovation, aligning with executive orders signed by President Donald Trump to modernize energy infrastructure.

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