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The Nuclear Company Welcomes Jason Thompson as President and CFO

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Slice of Energy Team
January 09, 2025

Key Highlights:

  • Jason Thompson, former CFO of Redwood Materials, joins as President and CFO of The Nuclear Company.

  • Led $1.9 billion equity raises and secured a $2 billion DOE loan at Redwood Materials.

  • Brings over $10 billion in fundraising experience across private and public markets.

  • The Nuclear Company’s fleet-scale nuclear power deployment aims to meet America’s growing energy needs with firm baseload power.

Source: Business Wire

Notable Quotes:

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“Jason has been a pioneer in building advanced manufacturing and domestic supply chains, creating a more resilient American economy. He’ll put that expertise to work here as we modernize America’s nuclear construction and supply chain capabilities, commercializing our fleet-scale deployment approach to nuclear power.”

Jonathan Webb, Co-founder and CEO at The Nuclear Company
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“The Nuclear Company’s unique fleet-scale approach and commitment to modernizing nuclear construction inspired me to join, as I’ve seen firsthand the need for more firm, baseload energy to power America’s manufacturing resurgence. Every tech giant is turning to nuclear to power their AI expansion plans, and The Nuclear Company is working to ensure America has the abundant clean power needed to fortify its place as the world’s top economy.”

Jason Thompson, President and CFO at The Nuclear Company

Why This Matters:

The Nuclear Company’s appointment of Jason Thompson signals a strategic push toward transforming the nuclear energy sector. Thompson’s deep expertise in fundraising and building resilient supply chains aligns perfectly with the company’s mission to deliver on-time, cost-efficient nuclear projects. This move supports America’s growing need for clean, firm baseload power, vital for the nation's manufacturing resurgence and technological advancements. By redefining nuclear construction with a fleet-scale deployment model, The Nuclear Company is poised to address critical energy challenges and strengthen America's energy infrastructure.