Kairos Power

"Since Kairos Power’s founding in 2016, our singular focus on delivering a safe, affordable, and reliable clean energy solution has been constant. But, in that time, the global energy outlook has shifted dramatically. Following two decades of steady U.S. electricity demand, projections are now surging upward, increasing the challenge of decarbonization. However, the Kairos Power team remains steadfast in our mission." --CEO and co-founder Mike Laufer Read our Fall newsletter to hear more from Mike and get the latest on Hermes construction progress, our partnership with Google, new manufacturing infrastructure, the ETU series, and the latest licensing milestone on our iterative path to commercializing advanced reactor technology. https://lnkd.in/gRHXgqA9

BREAKING: The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission has voted to issue construction permits to Kairos Power for the Hermes 2 Demonstration Plant to be built at our site in Oak Ridge, Tenn. Hermes 2 will build on learnings from the Hermes Low-Power Demonstration Reactor, which became the first U.S. Gen IV reactor to receive an NRC construction permit in December 2023. Following the Commission’s vote, Hermes 2 is now the first electricity-producing Gen IV plant to be approved for construction in the United States. “The Commission’s approval of the Hermes 2 construction permits marks an important step toward delivering clean electricity from advanced reactors to support decarbonization,” said Mike Laufer, CEO and co-founder. “We are proud to lead the industry in advanced reactor licensing and look forward to continued collaboration with the NRC as we chart a path forward with future applications.” “The NRC’s mission to protect people and the environment aligns closely with Kairos Power’s,” said Peter Hastings, Vice President of Regulatory Affairs & Quality. “The licensing basis established with both the Hermes and Hermes 2 construction permits will carry forward to future license applications, ensuring the safety of Kairos Power’s deployments while supporting continued innovation and efficiency in the review process.” “We appreciate the NRC staff’s dedication and their eagerness to innovate in licensing reviews,” said Darrell Gardner, Senior Licensing Director. “It’s been a positive experience working with them on Kairos Power’s applications, which have served as a testing ground for more efficient processes that will benefit the entire industry. Kudos to the NRC and the entire Kairos Power team for another job well done.” Read more on our website: https://lnkd.in/gaHih7XQ

🌍 Powering AI: Decarbonising Data Centres with Nuclear at COP29 Azerbaijan ⚛️ The Powering AI session was a highlight at COP29 Azerbaijan! Moderated by IYNC's Vice President of Knowledge Transfer and Management Alice Cunha da Silva, the discussion focused on how nuclear energy can support the energy-intensive demands of AI-driven data centers, in line with decarbonization goals. Organised by International Youth Nuclear Congress (IYNC) and hosted by the World Nuclear Association, the session took place in the Net Zero Nuclear Pavilion in the Blue Zone. Insightful perspectives were shared on the role of nuclear power in building a resilient, low-carbon technology infrastructure - an inspiring look at sustainable innovation! Thanks to the great speakers for their contributions:  Diane Cameron - Head of Nuclear Technology Development and Economics Division, OECD Nuclear Energy Agency Jeffrey Olson - Vice President of Business Development, Kairos Power Gale Hauck - Senior R&D Scientist, Oak Ridge National Laboratory #COP29 #Decarbonisation #AI #Nuclear #CleanEnergy #IYNC

Kairos Power was thrilled to participate in the inaugural Innovation Forward event at Texas A&M, where we discussed nuclear energy’s role in powering the future of AI. Advanced reactors like Kairos Power’s are well-suited to meet data center demands for clean, reliable, baseload electricity to support 24/7 operations. Thank you to Pete ONeill and the Texas A&M Innovation team for inviting us and to Jennifer Hiller, Angela Hood, and the NVIDIA team for making it a truly energizing conversation. ⚡ 

New partnerships to explore the use of small modular reactors—including a deal between Google and Kairos Power to deploy 500 MW of SMR capacity by 2035 —and emerging opportunities for financing, were some of the highlights of today’s #COP29 event organized by the IAEA and the United States of America.   The high-level discussion revealed the infrastructure and regulatory challenges that need to be addressed to enable a faster #SMR rollout and highlighted how stakeholders—including end users and vendors—are navigating them.   Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dzqaNfPm

This summer, Kairos Power broke ground on the Hermes Low-Power Demonstration Reactor – the first Gen IV reactor to receive a construction permit from the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission – at our site in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. With excavation nearly complete, we’re making quick strides toward building. Watch the site come to life with help from our ace design and construction team and learn how this little reactor will make a big impact on Kairos Power’s mission to enable the world’s transition to clean energy. Barnard Construction Company, Inc, Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH), Barge Design Solutions, HDR, IMEG, S&ME, LATA #NuclearEnergy #AdvancedReactor #CleanEnergy #Construction

This #NuclearSciWeek, Kairos Power is sharing our passion for clean energy with students and job seekers at events across the country! Yesterday, our team was at the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History, teaching Albuquerque public school students about the wonders of STEM, nuclear technology, and Kairos Power’s mission to bring clean, safe, affordable energy to the world. We also took part in the Oak Ridge Chamber Of Commerce Nuclear Science Week Career Fair on Roane State Community College's Oak Ridge campus. We’re looking for engineers in disciplines including mechanical, electrical, chemical, and nuclear engineering, as well as manufacturing & trades professionals and various business support roles. There’s never been a better time to explore a career in clean energy. That’s why Kairos Power is partnering with local institutions to create educational opportunities and invest in workforce development. Learn more at kairospower.com/careers ⚛️

BREAKING: Kairos Power and Google have signed a Master Plant Development Agreement, creating a path to deploy a U.S. fleet of advanced nuclear power projects totaling 500 MW by 2035. The deal represents the first corporate agreement for multiple deployments of a single advanced reactor design in the United States. The innovative, multi-plant agreement will support technology development by extending Kairos Power’s iterative demonstration strategy through its first commercial deployments. “Our partnership with Google will enable Kairos Power to quickly advance down the learning curve as we drive toward cost and schedule certainty for our commercial product,” said Mike Laufer, Kairos Power CEO and co-founder. “By coming alongside in the development phase, Google is more than just a customer. They are a partner who deeply understands our innovative approach and the potential it can deliver.” Read the announcement on our website: https://lnkd.in/gmk_P4zk

Peek inside Kairos Power's Manufacturing Development Campus and find out how we're flipping the script on traditional nuclear development in Freethink's latest episode of "In The Arena with Evan Baehr." CTO and Co-Founder Edward Blandford, Director of Engineering Integration Ravi Singaraju, P.E., and members of Kairos Power's Manufacturing and Operations teams share how coupling engineering and manufacturing at our site in Albuquerque, New Mexico, allows us to iterate nimbly as we work to deploy our technology with robust safety at an affordable cost. Thank you to Freethink, Evan Baehr, and Maria Korsnick for this compelling look at advanced nuclear's potential to bring clean, reliable energy to communities around the world. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gueF-4H3

At Dynamo’s Innovation Spotlight during our Climate Week Energy Transition Summit, members showcased groundbreaking technologies that are driving the future of energy. This unique platform allowed members to 'pitch' their innovations to a community of investors, corporates, and thought leaders in the energy sector. Whether they were seeking investment, partnerships, or new commercial opportunities, this session highlighted where innovation meets impact.    🔥 Kairos Power was featured during one of our Innovation Spotlight sessions. Jeffrey Olson, Vice President, Business Development & Finance, described how Kairos brings its mission-driven approach as a leader in nuclear technology, engineering, and manufacturing. They are focused on commercializing the fluoride salt-cooled, high-temperature reactor (KP-FHR). This cutting-edge nuclear solution offers clean energy with enhanced safety at an affordable cost, advancing efforts toward deep decarbonization.    ⚡️ It was an incredible opportunity to hear from Kairos Power and other innovators shaping the future of energy during Climate Week. Thanks to all of our Innovators who help push forward the conversation on sustainable solutions and the transition to a greener future.    #ClimateWeek #InnovationSpotlight #EnergyTransition #CleanEnergy #NuclearTechnology #KairosPower #DynamoEnergyHub #Sustainability #EnergyInnovation #FutureOfEnergy