Ep 121: Mark Lesinski, Canadian Nuclear Laboratories

In this episode we discuss...


Mark’s background in biology and personal journey in the
nuclear industry

A behind the scenes look at the Canada Nuclear Laboratory
team and how each department coordinates with the others

The lifecycle of nuclear plants and Mark’s evolution from
repairing to decommissioning plants

The decommissioning of Rocky Flats Plant, a nuclear weapons
production facility that now serves as a model for other
decommissioning projects

The cleanup processes involved in decommissioning

Mark’s work with British Nuclear Fuels Limited and then later
as Chief Nuclear Officer for Magnox South

Chalk River Laboratories and its important place in nuclear
history

Challenges with media and public perception surrounding
nuclear energy and weapons

A deep dive into CANDU (Canada Deuterium Uranium) reactors

The benefits of SMRs and Canada Nuclear Lab’s mission to
facilitate global implementation