NASA wants to put a nuclear reactor on the moon by 2030 – choosing where is tricky NASA plans to prioritize the fission reactor as power necessary to extract and refine lunar resources. Astrobitica August 31, 2025 (Last updated: August 31, 2025) 1 minute read NASA plans to prioritize the fission reactor as power necessary to extract and refine lunar resources. About the Author Astrobitica Administrator Visit Website View All Posts Post navigation Previous: SpaceX deploys 28 Starlink satellites into low Earth orbit after launch from FloridaNext: Northern lights may be visible in these 18 US states Sept. 1-2