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The Nuclear Company Strengthens Leadership for Fleet-Scale Nuclear Deployment

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Slice of Energy Team
November 25, 2024

Key Highlights:

  • Kevin Stafford appointed as VP of Construction; over 20 years of nuclear industry expertise, including site management at Vogtle units 3 and 4.

  • Glen Chick joins as Executive Advisor; 45+ years in nuclear construction, including leadership at Vogtle and Exelon.

  • Focus on design-once, build-many approach to reduce costs and delays for nuclear power projects.

Source: Business Wire

Notable Quote:

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“Kevin Stafford and Glen Chick both held key roles in the construction of Vogtle units 3 and 4, the first new nuclear reactors built in America in more than 30 years. They helped lead the pioneering construction workers who made Vogtle happen and will help The Nuclear Company return America to global leadership in nuclear power.”

Joe Klecha, Chief Nuclear Officer at The Nuclear Company

Our Take:

The Nuclear Company’s strategic hires of Kevin Stafford and Glen Chick signal a serious commitment to overcoming the challenges of nuclear energy construction in the U.S. By bringing in experts with hands-on experience from Vogtle units 3 and 4, the company positions itself to deliver on its ambitious mission to deploy 6 gigawatts of fleet-scale nuclear power. The integration of a consortium-driven model and experienced leadership ensures both efficiency and stakeholder collaboration, which are critical to achieving nuclear's potential in America’s future energy mix.