Grace Vanderhei

Grace Vanderhei, a nuclear engineer and former Miss America, dives into the world of nuclear energy, advocating for its potential amid rising grid demands. She shares insights on how public perception of nuclear safety lags behind the science, detailing safety lessons learned from Fukushima. Grace discusses the challenges of upgrading aging plants compared to building new reactors, and explores the promise of small modular reactors. Their conversation touches on how pop culture influences views on nuclear energy, highlighting the importance of informed dialogue about this powerful resource.