Episode 130
Ep 130: Eddie Guerra, Arup
Titans Of Nuclear | Interviewing World Experts on Nuclear Energy · Titans of Nuclear
February 15, 201950m 16s
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Show Notes
In this episode we discuss...
- The renewed enthusiasm by vendors and contractors for nuclear power in the Americas
- Why public perception needs to improve to make nuclear power a viable option in some areas
- Advancements in structural analysis techniques allow for more robust plant designs
- How younger engineers and Puerto Ricans are impacting the nuclear industry in a positive way
- Why United States nuclear industry leaders are relied upon to advance nuclear interests worldwide
- How SMRs offer opportunities to advance nuclear power generation in the U.S. and worldwide
- How SMR design allows for core cooling without reliance on external power sources
- Ways in which Puerto Rico could implement SMRs to meet their energy needs