Powering the Future Firm: Corporate Engagement in Next-Gen Nuclear & Advanced Geothermal

This session directly addresses the need for firm, dispatchable, and long-duration clean energy sources to complement variable renewables. It will explore the rapidly evolving landscape of next-generation nuclear (SMRs, advanced reactors) and advanced geothermal (EGS, Superhot Rock). The focus will be on the actionable role corporations can play beyond traditional power purchasing – through direct investment, innovative procurement models, demand aggregation, and strategic partnerships to accelerate deployment and de-risk these crucial technologies. We’ll examine the value proposition of these technologies for corporate net-zero targets and grid reliability.