Understanding Tomorrow's Nuclear Energy Lecture Series
Purdue University and Duke Energy are jointly exploring the feasibility of using advanced nuclear energy to meet the West Lafayette campus long-term energy needs. The Understanding Tomorrow’s Nuclear Energy lecture series ran from August 2022 through February 2023 and was designed for all audiences from industry experts to community members. Links to lecture summaries and videos are available below.
Questions about the lecture series may be directed to SMRStudy@purdue.edu.
Feb. 22, 2023 - Implementing Advanced Nuclear Technology Panel Discussion
3:30-4:30 p.m. in Stewart Center Fowler Hall
Moderated by Chris Nolan, vice president, new nuclear generation strategy and regulatory engagement for Duke Energy
Purdue University and Duke Energy will close the “Understanding Tomorrow’s Nuclear Energy” lecture series with a panel discussion on “Implementing Advanced Nuclear Technology” featuring industry experts' thoughts on policy, technical, commercial and other requirements to make the use of small modular reactors a reality
Jan. 18, 2023 - Nuclear Power in 2050
3:30-4:30 p.m. in Stewart Center Fowler Hall
Presented by Dr. Kathryn D. Huff, assistant secretary for nuclear energy in the Department of Energy’s Office of Nuclear Energy
Learn about a potential vision for the future of nuclear power globally and what the Office of Nuclear Energy is doing today to bring that vision into reality by 2050.
Nov. 30, 2022 - Tough Tech’ for Climate: Innovation Challenges, University Responsibilities, and Some Comments on the Nuclear Role
3:30-5 p.m. at Stewart Center Fowler Hall
Presented by Dr. Richard K. Lester, associate provost of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Learn how responding effectively to the global climate challenge will require the rapid deployment of tools and technologies we have now and will also require inventing, developing, and deploying tools and technologies not yet in hand.
Oct. 24, 2022 - The 21st Century Nuclear Resurgence: Opportunities and Challenges
3:30-4:30 p.m. at Stewart Center Fowler Hall
Presented by Director-General William D. Magwood, IV, OECD Nuclear Energy Agency
Learn about the factors and considerations that have led to a surge in interest in nuclear energy around the world the likes of which have not been seen since the beginning of the nuclear energy era more than 60 years ago.
Oct. 5, 2022 - A New Landscape for New Nuclear
3:30-4:30 p.m. at Stewart Center Fowler Hall
Presented by Maria Korsnick, president and CEO of the Nuclear Energy Institute
World leaders across the political spectrum are recognizing that adding reliable, scalable, carbon-free nuclear energy generation is crucial to addressing climate and energy security needs. As demand for the technology grows, nuclear is now on the same playing field as other carbon-free sources like wind and solar—ready to reduce emissions and support the clean energy grid of the future.
Aug. 30, 2022 - A New Landscape for New Nuclear
4-5 p.m. at Stewart Center Fowler Hall
Presented by Dr. Arden Bement, David A. Ross Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Nuclear Engineering
The first installment of Understanding Tomorrow’s Nuclear Energy — a lecture series sponsored by Purdue University and Duke Energy — will provide an overview of nuclear reactor technologies.