NASA plans to build a nuclear reactor on the moon — a space lawyer explains why, and what the law has to say Recently, acting NASA Administrator Sean Duffy reportedly suggested a U.S. reactor would be operational on the moon by 2030. Astrobitica August 14, 2025 (Last updated: August 14, 2025) 1 minute read Recently, acting NASA Administrator Sean Duffy reportedly suggested a U.S. reactor would be operational on the moon by 2030. About the Author Astrobitica Administrator Visit Website View All Posts Post navigation Previous: Space Force to absorb Air Guard space missions, sidestepping push for Space National GuardNext: Cultural heritage—a help or a hindrance in modern climate adaptation?