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Revolutionizing Nuclear Energy: Thorizons' Kiki Lauwers on Molten Salt Reactors and Sustainable Innovation

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Kiki reveals how molten salt reactors solve nuclear waste, safety, and cost issues—turning public fears into a game-changer.

Kiki Lauwers, CEO of nuclear energy startup Thorizon, discusses her journey from corporate roles to leading a deep-tech company that builds molten salt reactors to reuse nuclear waste. She explains the technology's potential to address safety, cost, and waste concerns, shares insights on EU endorsement and partnership-building, and reflects on the challenges of scaling a high-stakes startup.

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