# New Mexico Backs Medical Isotope Project

Economic Development New Mexico has endorsed a **$1.4 billion** project led by Eden Radioisotopes to construct North America's first purpose-built medical isotope production facility in Lea County, New Mexico. Announced on September 24, 2026, this initiative aims to strengthen the U.S. medical isotope supply chain, create 205 jobs, and generate over $1.5 billion in economic impact over the next decade. The state’s support includes economic development incentives to facilitate the project’s success.

- **Why this matters:** This project represents a significant investment in domestic medical isotope production, a critical component for healthcare diagnostics and treatment, reducing reliance on foreign sources.
- Procurement professionals should note the opportunity for contractors and suppliers in construction, nuclear technology, and facility operations related to this large-scale infrastructure.
- The project’s location in Lea County, New Mexico, highlights regional economic development priorities and potential for further state-supported initiatives in nuclear and healthcare sectors.
- Companies specializing in medical isotopes, nuclear facility construction, and related services may find strategic partnership or subcontracting opportunities with Eden Radioisotopes and state agencies.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Healthcare, Energy & Utilities
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** September 25, 2026

### Government Entities
- Economic Development New Mexico (EDNM)

### Vendors
- Eden Radioisotopes (prime contractor)

### Key Quotes
> We’re proud to build this critical medical isotope capacity here in New Mexico, a state with a long history of nuclear innovation.
> — Carrie Freeman, CEO of Eden Radioisotopes

> This is a win for New Mexico’s economy and for American healthcare.
> — Rob Black, Economic Development Secretary

### Sources
- [New Mexico backs $1.4 billion medical isotope project - NM Economic Development Department](https://edd.newmexico.gov/press-releases/new-mexico-backs-1-4-billion-medical-isotope-project/) - NM