Ep. 44 - Yves Desbazeille, Foratom
Titans Of Nuclear | Interviewing World Experts on Nuclear Energy - En podcast af Bret Kugelmass, Energy Impact Center
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In this episode, we discuss...
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Yves' start as a nuclear engineer at the Power Utility of France (EDF).
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How the perception of nuclear energy in France has changed over time.
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USEPR and developing the US version of a European pressurized reactor.
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How to make nuclear investment profitable in spite of low competition prices.
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The background behind and challenges of Hinkley Point C.
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The impact of the electricity market's volatility.
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Why Contract for Difference and economic modeling can help attract investors to the industry.
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The similarities and differences of the anti-nuclear movements in the US and Europe.
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FORATOM and its mission.
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Decision-making processes within the European Union and consequences of the Euratom Treat.
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The impact of Germany phasing out their nuclear power.
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What must be done to change the perception of the nuclear industry.
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What next generation technology looks like and what the future holds for the nuclear industry.
