Ep. 106 - Larry Smith, Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Plant

In this episode we discuss...

• Larry's background in the Navy and personal journey in the nuclear space
• Differences between reactors on Navy submarines versus private sector
• Thermal fatigue monitoring program use in determining maximum cycles
• Different roles and responsibilities across plant operations
• The role of quality assurance within a nuclear plant and the responsibilities entailed
• Differences in QA between nuclear and other energy fields
• Safety features implemented at Calvert Cliffs
• Emergency preparedness levels, procedures, and simulations
• Environmental stewardship and the benefits of nuclear to climate
• A deep dive into inspections and licensing for nuclear plants