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X-energy Appoints Joel Duling as President of TRISO-X Advanced Nuclear Fuel Subsidiary

Key Highlights:

  • X-energy names Joel Duling as President of TRISO-X, a key subsidiary.

  • Duling to lead TRISO fuel commercialization and TX-1 facility development.

  • 35+ years of experience in nuclear operations and manufacturing.

  • Former Associate Lab Director at PNNL, with leadership roles at BWX Technologies.

Notable Quotes:

"I am honored to join TRISO-X and X-energy at such an exciting time in the nuclear energy industry. The demand for advanced nuclear solutions is growing rapidly as the world seeks cleaner, more reliable energy sources."

Joel Duling, President at TRISO-X

"Joel’s deep expertise in nuclear operations and manufacturing makes him the ideal choice to lead TRISO-X as we continue to bring our technology to the market."

J. Clay Sell, CEO at X-energy

Our Take:

Joel Duling's appointment as President of TRISO-X comes at a pivotal time for the nuclear energy sector. His extensive leadership in nuclear operations, particularly his success in scaling businesses while ensuring safety, positions X-energy to accelerate the commercialization of TRISO fuel. With growing global demand for clean and reliable energy solutions, Duling’s leadership will be instrumental in advancing X-energy's goals of providing safer, zero-carbon nuclear power through its innovative small modular reactor and fuel technologies. His experience will be a key asset in overseeing the construction and operations of the TX-1 facility in Oak Ridge, solidifying TRISO-X's place as a leader in advanced nuclear fuel fabrication.