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Ep 195: Jeremy Renshaw, Electric Power Research Institute

Ep 195: Jeremy Renshaw, Electric Power Research Institute

FromTitans Of Nuclear | Interviewing World Experts on Nuclear Energy


Ep 195: Jeremy Renshaw, Electric Power Research Institute

FromTitans Of Nuclear | Interviewing World Experts on Nuclear Energy

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Length:
66 minutes
Released:
Sep 26, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

In this episode, we discuss how... (1) Jeremy Renshaw comes from a family of engineers and is raising children who are likewise passionate about math, science and robotics. (2) He currently works at the Electric Power Research Institute, an independent nonprofit that conducts research and environmentally responsible demonstration projects to enhance the quality of life of people globally. (3) Jeremy’s work in nuclear using robots to inspect dry spent fuel canisters; he discussed the need for dry fuel canisters due to the lack of repositories and the stalling of the Yucca Mountain project. (4) He believes in the importance of research to increase the efficiency, safety and economic benefits to combat the negative perceptions of nuclear plants and discussed how the closer of current power plants is creating real risks to prevent imaginary ones.
Released:
Sep 26, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode

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A podcast featuring interviews with experts throughout the Nuclear Energy field, covering advanced technology, economics, policy, industry, and more.