Description:

Molten Salt Solutions is a scaling, VC-backed isotope enrichment company commercializing proprietary technology to supply critical materials for energy production. As the company prepared to move from early-stage operations to a facility scale-up, Molten Salt Solutions engaged HatchForm to support this strategic expansion.

HatchForm’s Role:

HatchForm worked alongside Molten Salt Solutions to navigate the complexities of scaling and siting a facility for a first-of-kind technology. This included clarifying facility and infrastructure needs, aligning growth plans with regulatory and permitting pathways, and evaluating location options through a place-based lens. HatchForm identified and assessed potential sites, public incentives, and ecosystem resources, helping the company align its technical requirements with supportive communities and partners.

Impact:

HatchForm’s work positioned Molten Salt Solutions for successful growth by providing a clear, coordinated expansion strategy. Including a timeline, sites, regulations, and an incentive package. This engagement reduced execution risk and connected the business with the needed resources to move efficiently towards industry scale operations.