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Elemental Power: Rethinking Nuclear—The Rise of Microreactors with Dr. Jeff Waksman (Part 1)
Manage episode 471849030 series 1546569
Nuclear energy is back in the spotlight as policymakers and innovators look for faster, cleaner, and more reliable energy solutions. This week, Elisa is joined by Dr. Jeff Waksman, Program Manager at the Department of Defense’s Strategic Capabilities Office, to explore Project Pele—an initiative designed to fast-track the development of mobile nuclear reactors. They discuss the structural weaknesses of the U.S. grid, the slow adoption of new energy technologies, and how microreactors could provide a more flexible, resilient power source for the future.
Dr. Jeff Waksmanis a Program Manager at the Strategic Capabilities Office (SCO) where he leads Project Pele and Project TRISO
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382 episodes
Manage episode 471849030 series 1546569
Nuclear energy is back in the spotlight as policymakers and innovators look for faster, cleaner, and more reliable energy solutions. This week, Elisa is joined by Dr. Jeff Waksman, Program Manager at the Department of Defense’s Strategic Capabilities Office, to explore Project Pele—an initiative designed to fast-track the development of mobile nuclear reactors. They discuss the structural weaknesses of the U.S. grid, the slow adoption of new energy technologies, and how microreactors could provide a more flexible, resilient power source for the future.
Dr. Jeff Waksmanis a Program Manager at the Strategic Capabilities Office (SCO) where he leads Project Pele and Project TRISO
References:
382 episodes
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