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Emery County Business Chamber gets an up-close look at Valar Atomics’ progress

By etvnews.com · August 24, 2026 · 1 min read
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ORANGEVILLE – Ever since opening its doors to hundreds of local residents on Feb. 26, 2026, the Utah San Rafael Energy Lab (USREL) and Valar Atomics have kept up a fast pace on Coal Haul Road.

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