The Future of Nuclear Power Technology in Canada

06/08/23 • 40 min

In this episode of Tech Takes, host Louis Savard explores Canada's effort to provide low-carbon baseload power to remote areas and heavy industry through the development and design of small modular reactors (SMRs) and micromodular reactors (MMRs). The episode discusses the benefits and limitations of nuclear power, as well as the design of reactors and restrictions on the use of technology. Joining Louis are Lawrence Robitaille, a Technical Advisor in New Technologies at Langcore Construction Corporation, and Jos Denning, President and CEO at Global First Power. Lawrence and Jos share their extensive experience in the nuclear industry and provide insights into the pioneering approach of SMRs and MMRs.

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TECH TAKES - The Future of Nuclear Power Technology in Canada

Transcript

[Start of recorded material 00:00:00]

David Terlizzi: [00:00:09] This is Tech Takes. A podcast that explores the many facets of the engineering and applied science profession. It is brought to you by OACETT, the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists.

Louis Savard: [00:00:24]Hi, I'm Louis Savard and welcome to Tech Takes. In a world focused on reducing carbon emissions, nuclear power seems like a good option. Rig