TH34 Micro-Reactors: The "Next Big Thing" Part 1 (The Drivers)

This is Part 1 of a two-part series. Emerging markets are defining a role for micro-reactors in diverse applications across North America. This panel will explore (1) the drivers for micro reactors and government plans to support them in nontraditional roles such as remote locations, defense, resiliency, and backup generation, and (2) the potential impact of the drivers on the licensing and authorization of nuclear facilities.

• John Monninger, Director, Division of Advanced Reactors and Non-Power Production and Utilization Facilities, NRR/NRC tel: 301-415-0610, e-mail: John.Monninger@nrc.gov

   

• Introductory Remarks
  John Monninger, Director, Division of Advanced Reactors and Non-Power Production and Utilization Facilities, NRR/NRC
• Jess Gehin, Chief Scientist, Nuclear Science & Technology Directorate, Idaho National Laboratory
• Alaska Energy Needs and Possible Applications for Nuclear Microreactors
  George Roe, Research Professor, Alaska Center for Energy and Power, University of Alaska Fairbanks
• Project Pele Overview Mobile Nuclear Power for Future DOD Needs
  Jeff Waksman, Project Manager, Department of Defense, Strategic Capabilities Office
• Micro-Reactors for Army Applications
  John Weidner, Director, U.S. Army Nuclear and Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Agency

• Jordan Hoellman, Project Manager, Advanced Reactor Policy Branch, Division of Advanced Reactors and Non-Power Production and Utilization Facilities, NRR/NRC, e-mail: Jordan.Hoellman2@nrc.gov