Nuclear Startup Plans South Carolina Reactor as Power Needs Soar

The Nuclear Co., a startup, is seeking to build a reactor in South Carolina in what would be one of the first US efforts to develop a large, conventional nuclear facility in more than a decade.

Nuclear Co. may unveil a proposal as soon as next week for an AP1000 reactor at one of three potential sites in the state, according to company officials. They didn’t provide details about costs and said the deal is still being negotiated with potential partners.

Interest in nuclear energy has been increasing in order to meet the growing demand for electricity. President Donald ...