Jeff Merrifield - Partner, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP
Jeff Merrifield is a partner at Pillsbury Winthro…
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Jeff Merrifield is a partner at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, a global law firm focusing on technology, energy, financial services, and real estate. In this episode of the YPE Podcast, Jeff talks with host Mark Hinaman about the licensing process for building a nuclear reactor, Jeff's time as commissioner of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, and what an evolving regulatory environment means for the future of the nuclear industry. Show notes: 01:29 Jeff's background and exciting career thus far 05:13 The most interesting superfund site Jeff had worked on; Jeff's projects at the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission; Jeff discusses the latest advanced nuclear power projects in work across the country 14:36 The diverse work of the Pillsbury international law firm 17:45 Navigating the NRC's expansive rules and regulations to license a new reactor 27:46 Could small- and micro-reactors be implemented under current regulations? 35:42 Will the new regulatory environment lead to more nuclear innovations? 42:20 Is there an equal playing field for the requirements for each type of power generation? 50:49 Jeff's advice for young professionals in energy Jeff's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-merrifield-7a343426/
First published
05/16/2022
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53 minutes
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