The Nuclear Company has opened its main engineering and construction office in Columbia, S.C.. And it has formed a partnership with the University of South Carolina’s Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing. This collaboration aims to establish South Carolina as a national hub for advanced nuclear energy innovation, workforce development, and economic growth.
The partnership combines the University of South Carolina’s well-respected nuclear engineering program with The Nuclear Company, which is leading the rollout of large-scale nuclear power in the U.S. and modernizing nuclear construction. Together, they will work on research, education, workforce development, and industry initiatives to accelerate the adoption of nuclear power.
The Nuclear Company plans to invest up to $5 million over the next five years, with the University of South Carolina matching these funds through federal grants, industry partners, and other donations.
Expected projects include:
- Creating a Joint Research Center for Nuclear Innovation focused on digital modeling, advanced manufacturing, and materials research.
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Developing workforce programs that emphasize internships and co-op opportunities, and starting a Summer Nuclear Science Institute for high school students.
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Running joint public education campaigns.
KEY QUOTES:
“South Carolina has long been an innovator in nuclear energy, and that’s what attracted The Nuclear Company to our state. By combining our academic leadership with the company’s plans to build fleet-scale nuclear across the country, we will drive innovation, prepare the next generation of nuclear workers, and strengthen our state’s role in working toward America’s energy independence.”
Hossein Haj-Hariri, Dean of the Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing
“The University of South Carolina’s leadership in nuclear has created generations of head-of-household jobs in the state and a statewide economy powered by clean, baseload energy. We look forward to working with the university’s faculty and leaders as America invests in nuclear power at an unprecedented scale.”
Joe Klecha, Chief Nuclear Officer of The Nuclear Company
