Nuclear Energy Unveiled: Gen IV Reactors
Join us for an electrifying exploration of the future of nuclear energy in our upcoming webinar series, "Nuclear Energy Unveiled: Gen III+, Microreactors, and Gen IV Reactors." This webinar will focus on the Gen IV Reactors.
Nuclear energy, a proven, clean, and reliable energy source, is experiencing a resurgence of interest and enthusiasm commensurate with a global push towards decarbonization. However, the path to embracing nuclear power as a sustainable solution has been a journey spanning over 60 years. As Georgia Power and Southern Company have demonstrated with the completion of Vogtle Unit 3 and the imminent finish of Unit 4, the viability and potential of new nuclear energy in our evolving clean energy landscape has been confirmed and the push affirmed towards the next new nuclear solution.
At POWER Magazine, we are thrilled to present a comprehensive series of webinars that will explore the intricate world of nuclear reactors, their diverse options, and the pros and cons associated with each technology. Our series begins with an in-depth look at Gen III+ reactors, followed by a deep dive into Microreactors, and concludes with highly anticipated updates on Gen IV Reactors.
Here's what you can expect from our thought-provoking webinars:
1. Gen III+ Reactors Unveiled: We'll start our journey by comparing the groundbreaking Gigawatt designs to their smaller derivative versions. Discover the advancements in Gen III+ reactors and how they align with the increasing clean energy demands of today.
2. Meeting the Clean Energy Challenge: Explore the pivotal role of Gen III+ reactors in addressing the pressing clean energy needs of our time. Learn where and how these reactors are poised to make a significant impact.
3. Gen IV Reactors and Spent Fuel: Dive into the world of Gen IV reactors and the future opportunities they unlock for high-temperature industrial heat applications and efficient utilization of spent fuel. Understand the potential of this revolutionary technology in enhancing sustainability and enabling industrial decarbonization.
4. Accelerating Construction Time: Delve into the innovative solutions that our experts are implementing to expedite the construction process of nuclear reactors. Discover how we are paving the way for quicker, more efficient deployment.
5. Microreactors: Shaping the Future: Uncover the strategic placement of Microreactors within our clean energy blueprint. Explore their unique applications and the exciting possibilities they offer.
Our webinar series promises to be a dynamic and informative exploration of the nuclear energy landscape, featuring experts at the forefront of innovation. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and engage in discussions that will shape the future of clean energy. Join us as we embark on a journey towards a brighter and more sustainable energy future with nuclear power at its core.
Dr. Reinke is an energy executive with expertise in science and innovation, clean energy technology development, industries of the future, nuclear systems, critical minerals and materials, space science and technology, and the nexus of energy security and national security. His policy development and implementation experience spans both the legislative and executive branches.
Dr. Reinke originally joined X-energy as the Senior Director for Corporate Strategy and Advisor to the CEO, leading long-term strategic planning for the company and supporting key functions ranging from business planning to business development, and strategic partnerships to strategic supplier relations. He also oversaw that corporate communications organization and supported X-energy’s capital planning and government engagement.
Prior to joining X-energy, Dr. Reinke served as the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Policy of the Department of Energy (DOE). As the senior policy advisor to the Secretary, he spearheaded high-priority energy initiatives and led an interdisciplinary team of experts in crafting long-term, cross-cutting DOE strategies. Before moving to DOE, Dr. Reinke served as majority professional staff on the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, where he led departmental oversight and development of law spanning a range of energy issues including technology development, batteries and grid storage, workforce, microgrids and integrated energy systems, nuclear energy, and university R&D. He first joined the ENR team as the 2016 American Nuclear Society Glenn T. Seaborg Congressional Fellow. As the chief architect of legislation and strategies in these roles, Dr. Reinke has worked with researchers and innovators across economic sectors.
Dr. Reinke holds his Ph.D. and M.S. in nuclear engineering, as well as his B.S. in physics and French from the Ohio State University, where he was a NASA Space Technology Research Fellow and a Nuclear Regulatory Commission Fellow. His graduate studies included radiation damage in advanced materials for space applications and the development and characterization of high-temperature radiation detectors for nuclear safeguards in molten salt reprocessing environments. His research experiences also include studying the cultural and political context of the development of the French nuclear program and serving as a research assistant in a High Energy-Density Physics laser research group.
& Finance for Kairos Power, and has over 10 years of
experience managing strategic growth initiatives for energy
technology companies to develop, scale and manage their
businesses. Prior to his direct engagement in the early stage
energy sector, Mr. Olson spent the first half of his career in
management consulting advising Fortune 500 companies on
business growth and systems development.
Prior to joining Kairos Power, Mr. Olson led strategic
partnership development and commercial operations at the
artificial intelligence energy storage provider, Stem, Inc.,
as the company’s Vice President of Partner Operations. Mr.
Olson joined Stem from the fuel cell sector in his roles in
corporate finance and international business development with
Bloom Energy. Mr. Olson also served as an executive with
Accenture’s Strategy Group where he was a founding member
of Accenture’s Global Sustainability Practice.
Mr. Olson graduated from the University of California,
Berkeley with an MBA and a Certificate in Engineering &
Business for Sustainability. He received his B.A. in Economics
from St. Olaf College.
Navin has a deep background in government and communications. After serving in the federal government for over 15 years, he co-founded Boundary Stone Partners, a public policy, government affairs, and communications consulting firm specializing in clean energy and transportation. In government, he served as Chief of Staff and Deputy Chief of Staff to Secretaries Steven Chu and Ernest Moniz. In those roles, he helped manage the Department of Energy’s research and deployment efforts, climate and energy policy initiatives, and nuclear national security missions.
He previously served as Deputy Chief of Staff at the U.S. Department of Labor during the labor market crisis in 2009 and served as a Chief of Staff to Rep. Stephanie Herseth Sandlin in the United States Congress. He served as Research Director to the Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle, worked as the Washington Director of the consulting firm American Environics, and practiced law at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe, LLP.
A recognized expert on government, communications, and energy, Navin has provided commentary to the Wall Street Journal, New York Times, USA Today, Bloomberg, Politico, Axios, Time, E&E News, Marketplace, and others. Jeff received his B.A. from the University of South Dakota, and his J.D. from the Georgetown University Law Center.
