Alva Energy, a new nuclear energy company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, has officially launched with $33 million in funding led by Playground Global. The company is focused on accelerating the safe and efficient expansion of power output from existing nuclear reactors across the United States. Alva’s mission is to unlock 10 gigawatts of additional clean electricity generation from the current U.S. nuclear fleet—enough to power millions of homes and support the growing energy demands driven by artificial intelligence, data centers, and industrial applications. Unlike traditional nuclear projects that require building new plants, Alva’s approach centers on upgrading existing reactors through advanced engineering and digital optimization. By enhancing the performance of current infrastructure, the company aims to deliver new clean energy capacity faster, more affordably, and with lower regulatory and environmental hurdles. The technology leverages cutting-edge modeling, AI-driven simulations, and real-time monitoring systems to safely increase reactor output while maintaining strict safety standards. This method allows utilities to maximize energy production without the lengthy timelines and high costs associated with new nuclear construction. Alva’s leadership team brings deep expertise in nuclear engineering, energy policy, and advanced technology development. The company is positioning itself at the forefront of the clean energy transition, addressing the urgent need for reliable, scalable, and low-carbon power sources. With AI and digital infrastructure consuming vast amounts of electricity, the demand for stable, round-the-clock energy is rising rapidly. Alva’s solution offers a timely pathway to meet that demand using the nation’s existing nuclear assets—turning them into even more powerful contributors to the clean grid. The company plans to deploy its technology across multiple reactor sites in the coming years, working closely with utility operators and regulators to ensure safe, compliant, and rapid implementation.