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Powered by Marsh FINPRO: Nuclear industry trends and risk strategies

Discover the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in nuclear energy and risk management in this insightful industry podcast.

In this installment of Powered by FINPRO, Everett Hansen, US Nuclear Energy leader, highlights the industry’s ongoing evolution and emphasizes the unique and complex risks associated with nuclear assets.

Hansen underscores the importance of regulatory oversight and stresses that early risk assessment and cross-industry collaboration are essential for success in helping organizations navigate complex timelines and mitigate liabilities. 

This is an episode you won’t want to miss!

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Key takeaways

Industry evolution and innovation

The nuclear sector is experiencing significant growth with the potential restart of existing plants and the development of advanced technologies such as modular and molten salt reactors, which could reshape the future of nuclear energy.

Regulatory support and challenges

The US Nuclear Regulatory Commission is actively working to streamline licensing and approval processes for new reactors, which is vital for industry growth but requires ongoing adaptation to support emerging technologies.

Importance of proactive risk management

Early and collaborative risk assessment, along with robust disclosure practices, are essential for organizations to navigate complex timelines, mitigate liabilities, and successfully expand in the nuclear industry.

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About our speakers

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Sarah Baldys

Senior Vice President, FINPRO Power & Renewables Leader

  • United States

Sarah is a Senior Vice President at Marsh where she leads a national team of FINPRO colleagues with specialized expertise in the Energy and Power sector.

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Grace Brighter

Assistant Vice President

  • United States

Grace Brighter is an Assistant Vice President within Marsh’s FINPRO Placement Team. She is responsible for working with insurance carriers and negotiating competitive coverage for her clients.

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Everett Hansen

Vice President & US Nuclear Energy Leader, US Energy & Power

  • United States

Everett is the US Nuclear Energy Leader and a Specialty Associate Client Executive at Marsh, specializing in risk management and insurance for the nuclear industry, fusion energy, hydrogen, and CCUS, with prior naval nuclear engineering experience.

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