Nuclear Development Conference

Rolls Royce – Tom Samson, Interim CEO, UK Small Modular Reactors Consortium

Rolls Royce are leading a Small Modular Reactor Consortium project to build 16 mini nuclear power stations. The plans will create up to 6,000 regional jobs, and secure exports of up to £250m. The aim behind the project is to contribute to the UK’s net zero commitments affordably, through each small reactor able to provide 440MW of electricity, which is enough low carbon power for a 450,000 homes city. As Interim CEO, Tom will be able to share insight into the plans, alongside how the plans will affect the country.

Sizewell C / EDF Energy – Julia Pyke, Director of Financing

With Sizewell C set to meet nearly 7% of the UK’s power demands when complete, and power around six million homes, Julia will be able to share insight into development plans, the medium to long term impacts of the plant and current projects. Julia will also be able to talk about the ambitions to make the nearby town of Leiston the first net zero town in the UK by investing in EV and solar infrastructure.

UK Atomic Energy Authority – Paul Methven, STEP Director

Paul will talk about the bid to bring the first nuclear fusion power plant in the world to the West of England, potentially creating thousands of jobs in the region. Some £220m of government money is going into a national selection process to find an appropriate site for the prototype fusion plant, which potentially could be operational by 2040. Organisers of bid have said that if successful the project has the potential to secure billions of pounds of investment into the region, with much of the supporting business ‘eco-system’ of the proposed plant being developed over the next two to 10 years. Paul will discuss this scheme as well as the other work the UK Atomic Energy Authority are undertaking.

National Nuclear Laboratory – Dr Fiona Rayment, Chief Science & Technology Officer

As Chief Science & Technology Officer at the NNL, Fiona will be able to share insight into the direction that the nuclear sector is heading, as well as ideas around improving utilisation and the future for the industry. We will also hear about the NNL’s thoughts on  why big plants like Sizewell C and Hinkley C are important, as well as the potential role for small modular reactor technology.

Sellafield Ltd – John Berry, Senior Supply Chain Manager

As the clean-up and development of Sellafield accelerates, John will be able to talk about the long-term ambitions for the site, as well as developments ongoing and upcoming for the region.

Nuclear Industry Association – Tim Stone, Chair

Tim will talk about the future growth opportunities within the UK nuclear industry and make a case for nuclear as a green energy source.

Hinkley Point C – Andrew Cockcroft, Senior Manager – Community Relations

Hinkley Point C will play a vital role in tackling the climate change crisis by providing low-carbon electricity to 6 million homes. The surrounding areas will also reap the rewards, with over £1.7 billion already spent on over 1,100 companies across the region. Andrew will be able to share an update on the development of the two new nuclear reactors, alongside how projects are continuing to develop.

Built Environment Networking – Fahmida Nisa, Online Event Manager

Nisa is a research, marketing and content specialist at Built Environment Networking. She will be hosting a number of the sessions throughout the day, running the day’s proceedings and managing the interaction between our virtual delegates and the speakers.

GE Hitachi – David Powell, Vice President UK Sales GE Hitachi Nuclear Power Plants

GE Hitachi is a world leading provider of advanced reactors and nuclear services. It’s latest reactor design, the BWRX300 represents the simplest, yet most innovative BWR design since GE began commercializing nuclear reactors in 1955. As worldwide interest in this SMR continues to grow, it is a timely opportunity for David to provide insights into the future direction of the UK nuclear industry and what’s needed to help achieve the UK’s net zero emissions target.

National Nuclear Laboratory – James Murphy, Chief Strategy Officer

The NNL have recently released a paper looking at the potential for nuclear power to be utilised for other applications such as heating and hydrogen. James will be able to share insight into the paper, and what it means for the utilisation of sustainable energy in developments.

Built Environment Networking – Amanda Griffiths, Director

Amanda is one of the Co-Founder’s of Built Environment Networking – formed almost 10 years ago.

She’ll be hosting a number of the sessions throughout the day, running the days proceedings and managing the interaction between our virtual delegates and the speakers.

BDB Pitmans – Richard Marsh, Partner

Richard specialises in planning law and the authorisation of major development and infrastructure projects. He has promoted and opposed Development Consent Orders, Transport and Works Act Orders, compulsory purchase orders, and harbour orders in respect of energy, leisure, transport, harbour and water projects. He is currently involved in the promotion of four DCOs; 2 energy projects, 1 airport and an entertainment resort.

TerraPower – Christopher Levesque, President and CEO

As one of the companies at the forefront of advanced reactor technologies in the US, TerraPower have recently had two nuclear technologies selected by the Department of Energy to be a part of the Advanced Reactor Demonstrator Program. Christopher will share insight into The Natrium Reactor, which has a budget of $4bn, and the Molten Chloride Fast Reactor, which has an estimated program budget of $113m.