Ep 126: Stephen Burns, Nuclear Regulatory Commission

In this episode we discuss...


Lessons learned from the Three-Mile Island accident

The importance of information sharing among the nuclear
industry to increase safety

Refocusing of priorities regarding the NRC’s regulatory
responsibilities

Post 9/11 refocusing on safety and robust engineering

Implementing lessons learned from the Fukushima accident

Functions of the NRC and reactions to recent events

Collaboration among countries and joint research projects are
beneficial to the nuclear industry

Prospects for the future of the nuclear industry