3 - Jake Jurewicz - An Innovative Approach to Advanced Nuclear Deployment

In this episode of the Advanced Nuclear Podcast, host Jim Howe speaks with Jake Jurewicz, CEO of Blue Energy, about his company's innovative approach for deploying advanced nuclear technologies. They discuss the unique value proposition of Blue Energy, focusing on modular plant architecture, cost and time savings, safety benefits, and refueling issues. The conversation also covers regulatory engagement with the NRC, the business model of financing and operating nuclear plants, market demand, and international opportunities for nuclear energy. Jake emphasizes the importance of execution in the nuclear industry and the current favorable conditions for new nuclear projects.Jake is the CEO and co-founder of Blue Energy, which is leveraging manufacturing techniques and supply chains from offshore oil and wind to reduce the cost, construction timelines, and overall risk for deploying nuclear power. Jake has spent his career building, investing in, and advising companies in the energy, climate, security, and construction sectors. He previously co-founded Entropy Power, a developer of behind-the-meter co-located industrial loads at wholesale generators and served on the corporate strategy team at Exelon Corporation, leading projects in R&D, strategic planning, and venture capital. Jake holds a Masters in Nuclear Science & Engineering as well as a dual bachelors in physics and nuclear science & engineering from MIT.This podcast is brought to you by the United Coalition for Advanced Nuclear Power (UCAN Power) Homepage - UCAN Power - United Coalition for Advanced Nuclear PowerLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ucanpower