Here’s a concise summary of the information regarding the Missouri Advanced Nuclear Energy Task Force and the contributions of Missouri S&T:
Missouri Advanced Nuclear Energy Task Force Overview
- Participants: Dr. David Borrok (Vice Provost and Dean, College of Engineering and Computing) and Dr. Joseph Newkirk (Professor and Chair, Nuclear Engineering and Radiation Science) from Missouri S&T.
- Purpose: The task force, appointed by Governor Mike Kehoe, aims to evaluate and guide Missouri’s strategic approach to nuclear energy development.
Missouri State Energy Plan:
- Released by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources after a task force meeting on Sept. 30.
- Focuses on four key pillars:
- Energy independence
- Nuclear enablement
- Economic growth
- Reliability
Statements from Leaders:
- Borrok emphasized Missouri S&T’s commitment to advancing nuclear innovation and energy solutions for the state.
- Newkirk noted Missouri S&T’s historical role in nuclear science, its educational contributions, and the significance of advanced nuclear energy in the state’s future.
For further details, the State Energy Plan can be viewed here, and additional information about Missouri S&T’s nuclear program is available at nuclear.mst.edu.
About Missouri S&T
- Located in Rolla, Missouri, Missouri S&T is a STEM-focused university with over 7,000 students, part of the University of Missouri System. It offers more than 100 degrees and ranks highly for salary impact according to the Wall Street Journal. More information can be found at www.mst.edu.
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