DER Task Force Rad Future with Isabelle Boemeke
Jul 31, 2025
Isabelle Boemeke, creator of Isodope and founder of Save Clean Energy, dives into the future of nuclear energy and clean technology. She reframes perceptions around nuclear power and discusses its potential to combat climate change. The conversation touches on the balance between nuclear and renewable sources, the cultural stigmas that have shaped public opinion, and the challenges faced in regulatory frameworks. Isabelle also highlights the importance of innovation in energy solutions and shares her ambitions for the nuclear sector's future.
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Isabelle's Nuclear Origins
- Isabelle Boemeke first got interested in nuclear from a tweet about molten salt thorium reactors 10 years ago.
- She noticed early that most people whispered pro-nuclear opinions, showing a taboo around nuclear energy.
Nuclear's Vibe Shift
- The vibe around nuclear energy officially shifted post-2019 and is now more openly positive.
- New people entering the energy space are more pragmatic and less influenced by old anti-nuclear views.
Isabelle Learns DER Value
- Isabelle initially found the concept of Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) silly but learned their value in resilience and grid support.
- DERs provide local power during outages and can avoid expensive infrastructure upgrades.
