An evening discussion event to explore the role of new nuclear power in the UK energy strategy
In April 2022, the UK Government published an Energy Security Strategy, mapping out a transition to low carbon energy sources. A key element of that is a commitment to a major expansion in civil nuclear power – to 24GW by 2050, representing 25% of projected electricity demand.
In this event, FST will explore the challenges to achieve this target, the opportunities from both small and large nuclear reactors, and the issue of treatment and storage of radioactive waste.
Speakers:
- Julia Pyke, Sizewell C Director of Financing and Economic Regulation, EDF
- Sophie Macfarlane-Smith, Head of Customer Engagement, Rolls Royce SMR Ltd
- Karen Wheeler CBE, Deputy CEO and Major Capital Programmes Director, Nuclear Waste Services
Chaired by the Rt Hon the Lord Willetts FRS, Chair of the Foundation for Science and Technology