2020 SPEAKER SERIES

The Future of Nuclear Energy

MCEC Speaker Series Session10 Title Slide 11.05.2020

Nuclear energy is valued as a zero-carbon electricity generator. Visible nuclear power is based on 1950’s technology that was optimized to power ships and submarines. But the technology in place today does not forecast the future! This session explores the potential of nuclear power in a post fossil fuel world. With power plants designed from scratch for civilian applications, fast-neutron technology has the potential to safely power civilization for thousands of years. Given the vision of sustainable nuclear power, this webinar then explores the choices confronting Maryland (and others) today.

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MODERATOR

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John Kotek

VP, Policy & Public Affairs
Nuclear Energy Institute
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PANELISTS

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Paul Acchione

Electric Power Management Consultant
MIDAC Corp
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Dr. Alexander Cannara

Independent Consultant
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Dr. Eric Loewen

Chief Consulting Engineer
GE-Hitachi Nuclear Energy
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Dr. Allison Macfarlane

Professor and Director
University of British Columbia
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Dr. Lara Pierpoint

Director, Technology Strategy
Exelon
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