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The Primary Loop

Small Solid Core Reactors for Safe, Reliable Fission Energy

NANO Nuclear Energy’s CEO James Walker on new tech for clean nuclear power.

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For grid scale electricity production without CO2 emissions, there are several options. Wind, solar, hydroelectric, and geothermal are all viable technologies, but they are dependent on proximity to key resources, namely water, wind or sunshine. Nuclear fission has offered clean power generation without these constraints for over 60 years, and a new generation of small reactors promises to remove the disadvantages of waste disposal and cost associated with older reactor designs. 

James Walker, engineer & CEO of NANO Nuclear Energy describes a novel solid core reactor design in conversation with Jim Anderton. 

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James Anderton

Jim Anderton is the Director of Content for ENGINEERING.com. Mr. Anderton was formerly editor of Canadian Metalworking Magazine and has contributed to a wide range of print and on-line publications, including Design Engineering, Canadian Plastics, Service Station and Garage Management, Autovision, and the National Post. He also brings prior industry experience in quality and part design for a Tier One automotive supplier.