Denver is planning to look at the feasibility of nuclear power generation for Denver International Airport. Denver Mayor Mike Johnston and Denver International Airport CEO Phil Washington will make a joint announcement Wednesday about studying what are called small module nuclear reactors.

Denver International Airport wants to go nuclear — literally. Why it matters: DIA's energy needs are skyrocketing as the third-busiest airport in the U.S. and sixth-busiest in the world. CEO Phil Washington says only massive,

Denver International Airport, the country’s third-busiest airport, is exploring the possibility of building a small nuclear reactor on its campus to help meet growing demands for electricity and cut the use of carbon-emitting power.