Future Thinking: The roadmap to bring nuclear to commercial shipping

In this penultimate episode of the Future Thinking mini-series by North Standard, host Helen Barden is joined by Mikal Boe, Chair and CEO of CorePower, to discuss the role of scalable new nuclear power technology in maritime decarbonization. They delve into the potential of nuclear power to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the shipping industry, the challenges of integrating this technology, and the necessary changes in regulatory frameworks and public perception. The conversation covers the competitive costs of nuclear-powered ships, the importance of commercial insurability, and the future operational models of nuclear-powered maritime vessels.
Highlights:
00:00 Introduction to Future Thinking Series
00:21 Guest Introduction: Mikal Boe of CorePower
00:49 The Role of Nuclear in Maritime Decarbonisation
01:54 Challenges and Technological Developments
05:44 Commercial Viability and Cost Analysis
11:21 Public Perception and Regulatory Landscape
21:20 Future of Nuclear-Powered Ships
25:39 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview