127: 'The Resurgence of Nuclear as a Decarbonization Pathway' with Kimberly Cook-Nelson, Entergy

As most major utilities set their sites to net zero carbon goals in the coming decades, the myriad of tools available mean that no two power companies are taking exactly the same road map to decarbonization. But in recent years, the fervor behind nuclear energy as being a key part of that equation has been growing rapidly. From small modular reactors nearing commercialization to the recent breakthroughs in fusion to the general public acceptance of nuclear energy as a safe and reliable power source, the industry is trending in the right direction. Entergy has been among the major utility companies leading the way in this regard, which means the organization's nuclear leader has a lot to say. In this episode of the Energy Central Power Perspectives Podcast, host Jason Price and producer Matt Chester welcome Kimberly Cook-Nelson, Executive Vice President and Chief Nuclear Officer of Entergy, to discuss the state of the U.S. nuclear sector today and the pathway she sees it taking moving forward. With growing public support for nuclear power as a clean and reliable energy source, Kimberly shares how nuclear energy is essential in achieving Entergy's commitment to net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. She also highlights the unique position nuclear is in to do so while maintaining grid reliability, addressing price volatility, and increasing sustainability. Listen in as Kimberly emphasizes the importance of nuclear safety and dispelling misconceptions through education and community engagement. Key Links: Energy Central Post with Full Episode Transcript: https://energycentral.com/o/energy-central/episode-127-resurgence-nuclear-utility-decarbonization-pathway-kimberly-cook Kimberly Cook-Nelson's Energy Central Profile: https://energycentral.com/member/profile/kimberly-cook-nelson Register for EnergyCentral.com: energycentral.com/user/register Did you know? The Energy Central Power Perspectives Podcast has been identified as one of the industry's 'Top 25 Energy Podcasts': blog.feedspot.com/energy_podcasts/