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The Nuclear Company Appoints Jhansi Kandasamy as VP of Regulatory and External Affairs
Slice of Energy Team
October 30, 2024
Key Highlights:
Jhansi Kandasamy joins as VP of Regulatory and External Affairs at The Nuclear Company.
Known for advancing public-private partnerships and supporting women in nuclear.
Led the Net-Zero program at Idaho National Laboratory, earning a 2024 DOE Sustainability Award.
Former VP of Engineering Services at GE Hitachi, overseeing nuclear reactor operations.
Co-founder of VIEW and the NEXT program, promoting diversity and women in nuclear leadership.
Source: Business Wire
Notable Quotes:
“The public-private partnerships that are core to The Nuclear Company’s unique business model are what most attracted me to the company.”
“Jhansi has touched on every aspect of nuclear power… building up the strong workforce that The Nuclear Company will rely on to build more nuclear power across America.”
Our Take:
The Nuclear Company’s strategic decision to bring on Jhansi Kandasamy as VP of Regulatory and External Affairs underscores its commitment to building a resilient nuclear workforce and expanding its public-private partnership approach. With a background that spans engineering, regulatory assurance, and sustainability leadership, Kandasamy’s appointment reflects a broader vision to address America's growing energy needs by making nuclear power more efficient and accessible. Her leadership in programs like the DOE-backed INL’s Net-Zero program and her advocacy for diversity in nuclear engineering highlight her as a key driver in reshaping both the industry and its workforce for the future.