March 2025 – Nuclearn.ai

A New Era of AI in Nuclear

Artificial Intelligence is transforming industries worldwide, but in highly regulated and complex environments like nuclear energy, the implementation of AI must go beyond standard generative AI models. It requires precision, security, and deep industry expertise. Today, Nuclearn is redefining the role of AI in nuclear operations with the launch of Nuclearn Agents—a first-of-its-kind Agentic AI solution built to automate complex workflows across plant design, licensing, construction, and operations.

Alongside this revolutionary technology, Nuclearn is also introducing the Nuclearn AI Marketplace, a hub designed specifically for nuclear professionals to access secure, AI-powered solutions tailored to their most complex challenges.

These innovations position Nuclearn as the industry leader in nuclear AI solutions, providing the tools needed to make operations safer, more efficient, and more intelligent.

What Are Nuclearn Agents?

Unlike traditional AI models that generate responses based on training data, Nuclearn Agents are dynamic AI systems capable of handling multi-step processes with precision. Built on the Nuclearn AI Platform, these AI agents can:

✅ Perform Research in Real-Time – Dynamically pull new data from external sources to keep insights up to date.
✅ Analyze Thousands of Pages of Documents – Reduce human workload by efficiently processing regulatory and engineering documents.
✅ Take Action in Enterprise Systems – Directly integrate with plant monitoring, regulatory, and mission-critical systems to provide actionable intelligence.

Brad Fox, CEO and Co-Founder of Nuclearn, explains the impact of this breakthrough technology:

“Nuclearn’s Agentic AI solution transforms how nuclear professionals work by combining Nuclearn’s nuclear domain-specific AI models, the Nuclearn Platform, and Nuclearn’s deep industry expertise. This isn’t just automation—it’s AI that understands complex nuclear challenges and actually solves them.”

Introducing the Nuclearn AI Marketplace

To maximize the power of Nuclearn Agents, Nuclearn is also launching the Nuclearn AI Marketplace, a platform designed for nuclear facilities to quickly deploy, customize, and share AI-driven solutions.

The AI Marketplace will enable professionals to access and implement AI-driven tools for:

✔ 50.59 Applicability Screening – Automating the process of determining whether plant modifications require regulatory review.
✔ Regulatory Correspondence Assistance – Enhancing communication and documentation accuracy with regulators.
✔ Aging Management & License Extensions – Identifying key challenges related to long-term operation.

Jerrold Vincent, CFO and Co-Founder of Nuclearn, emphasized the value of this innovation:

“With our Nuclearn Agents and the Nuclearn AI Marketplace, organizations can now quickly and easily access secure, AI-powered solutions tailored to their most complex challenges.”

By offering pre-built AI solutions, the Nuclearn AI Marketplace expedites the adoption of AI within the nuclear sector, allowing facilities to remain compliant, efficient, and technologically advanced.

Key Features of Nuclearn Agents

The nuclear industry requires AI solutions that go beyond standard automation. Nuclearn Agents are designed to address the unique needs of the sector by focusing on three key pillars:

1. Industry and Task-Specific AI Agents

Unlike generic AI, Nuclearn Agents automate engineering and compliance tasks that demand an understanding of nuclear-specific regulations, workflows, and safety considerations. These agents go beyond simple data analysis, performing actions that support engineers, regulators, and plant operators in making informed decisions.

2. Seamless, Secure, Real-Time Integrations

Nuclear facilities depend on mission-critical systems that must operate with zero tolerance for errors. Nuclearn Agents are designed to integrate seamlessly with plant monitoring, regulatory, and compliance systems, expanding the availability of real-time insights to ensure the highest level of operational safety and efficiency.

3. Uncompromised Security & Compliance

AI in nuclear must be secure by design. Nuclearn Agents exceed regulatory and cybersecurity standards, ensuring compliance with industry guidelines while keeping sensitive nuclear data protected. The system is built to align with strict industry regulations while leveraging advanced encryption and security protocols.

How Nuclearn Agents Are Transforming Nuclear Operations

The introduction of Nuclearn Agents marks a fundamental shift in how nuclear professionals engage with AI. These intelligent systems are not merely tools but true digital colleagues, assisting nuclear teams in decision-making, document analysis, and regulatory processes.

Some of the most immediate impacts include:

🔹 Reducing Administrative Burden – By automating regulatory reporting and compliance workflows, Nuclearn Agents free up engineers to focus on high-priority tasks.
🔹 Improving Safety & Compliance – AI-driven analysis minimizes human error and enhances adherence to regulatory guidelines.
🔹 Enhancing Efficiency Across the Industry – From construction to daily operations, AI streamlines workflows and improves overall productivity.

With half of North America’s nuclear reactors already leveraging Nuclearn solutions, the introduction of Nuclearn Agents and the Nuclearn AI Marketplace will accelerate the adoption of AI-driven efficiencies across the industry.

Why Now? The Future of AI in Nuclear

The nuclear sector is undergoing a transformation as AI and automation become essential components of safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations. As the industry faces challenges such as workforce shortages, complex regulatory environments, and aging infrastructure, AI-powered solutions like Nuclearn Agents will play a pivotal role in ensuring long-term success and innovation.

With the launch of Nuclearn Agents and the Nuclearn AI Marketplace, Nuclearn is at the forefront of this revolution—providing the nuclear industry with the tools it needs to navigate the next generation of energy and technology.

Nuclearn Agents & AI Marketplace: Available Now

Nuclearn Agents and the Nuclearn Marketplace are available today for customers subscribed to the Nuclearn Platform. Nuclear professionals interested in learning more can visit:

🌐 www.nuclearn.ai

Founded in 2021 by former nuclear plant technology leaders, Nuclearn brings over 50 years of nuclear expertise into AI-driven solutions designed for safe, efficient, and future-ready nuclear operations.

The future of AI in nuclear has arrived—and Nuclearn is leading the way.

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In a world where energy demand is skyrocketing and artificial intelligence (AI) is evolving at an unprecedented pace, the intersection of these two industries has never been more critical. At SXSW, industry leaders from Microsoft, Constellation, and Nuclearn came together to discuss the role AI will play in nuclear energy, its challenges, and the opportunities that lie ahead. Here’s what we learned.

1. AI is Moving Faster than Utilities Have Ever Experienced

Phil Zeringue kicked off the session by addressing one of the most pressing issues: the speed of AI adoption versus the traditionally slow-moving utility industry.

“AI is moving incredibly fast—a whole lot faster than the utility industry has ever experienced anything moving before,” he explained. “Imagine a technology gets commercialized, iterated on, and mass adopted, all within a single budget cycle of a utility.”

This speed of change creates both opportunity and tension. AI promises efficiency and automation, but utilities, bound by regulatory frameworks and long-term planning, struggle to keep up. The challenge now is to bridge this gap without compromising safety and reliability.

2. The Urgency for Utilities to Adapt

Microsoft’s Archie Manoharan emphasized that utilities must embrace collaboration to navigate this shift successfully. “Utilities can rise up to the challenge, but it takes collaboration. We need discussions like these between utilities, hyperscalers, and regulators to move the industry forward.”

The traditional risk-averse culture of utilities must evolve to accommodate AI-driven innovation. Strategic partnerships with technology firms will be crucial in ensuring AI adoption aligns with operational and regulatory requirements.

3. AI is Making Nuclear Power More Affordable and Efficient

One of the biggest barriers to nuclear energy expansion has always been cost. Nuclearn’s CEO, Brad Fox, discussed how AI is driving efficiencies across the nuclear sector, particularly in plant maintenance and operations.

“If you can optimize maintenance cycles, you can get work done faster with the same amount of people, which ultimately makes the plants safer,” Fox noted.

By using AI to analyze vast amounts of operational data, nuclear plants can reduce downtime, improve predictive maintenance, and optimize resource allocation, making nuclear energy more cost-competitive.

4. Human Oversight in AI Applications is Non-Negotiable

While AI offers enormous benefits, it also raises concerns about safety and control, particularly in a high-stakes industry like nuclear power. Brad Fox reassured the audience that AI would never fully replace human oversight.

“A control room operator will always be the one that throws the switch, and they will always hold the liability per their license.”

AI will function as an intelligent assistant rather than an autonomous decision-maker. The industry remains committed to maintaining strict human oversight in all critical operations.

5. “Let the Engineers Engineer” – Reducing Administrative Burdens

One of AI’s most immediate impacts is freeing engineers from tedious administrative tasks, allowing them to focus on higher-value work. Constellation’s Drew Griffiths, who transitioned from plant manager to digital strategy lead, shared a recurring sentiment he has heard from his colleagues:

“Give me something to let the engineers engineer. Get them out of administrative tasks so they can focus on real problem-solving.”

Through automation and AI-powered data processing, nuclear professionals can redirect their expertise toward innovation rather than bureaucratic tasks.

6. AI Will Not Replace Jobs – It Will Change Them

Despite concerns that AI could replace human jobs, the panelists agreed that AI would transform roles rather than eliminate them.

“You’re never going to have just broad swaths of our business go away,” Griffiths said. “AI will change what we do, but it won’t replace the need for human expertise.”

As AI takes over repetitive tasks, nuclear engineers and technicians will shift toward more analytical and strategic roles, ultimately enhancing job satisfaction and productivity.

7. Trust and Verification are Essential for AI Adoption

The nuclear industry operates on a fundamental principle: trust but verify. AI adoption must follow the same rigor. Every AI-driven insight and recommendation will undergo human verification before implementation.

“In nuclear, we live by ‘trust but verify.’ Every decision needs a second-party check, and AI-driven insights will be no different,” Fox explained.

This approach ensures AI enhances safety and decision-making without introducing new risks.

8. Nuclear is the Most Reliable Energy Source for an AI-Powered Future

With AI adoption accelerating, global energy demand is surging. Data centers alone are expected to consume 7% of global electricity by 2030, making energy reliability a top concern. Nuclear power, with its ability to provide large-scale, uninterrupted electricity, is a natural fit.

“If you care about keeping carbon emissions down, the answer is nuclear,” Fox stated. “Data centers will demand entire gigawatts of power, and nuclear is the only viable long-term solution.”

Renewables alone cannot meet this demand due to intermittency issues. Nuclear provides the stability and scale needed for an AI-driven world.

9. AI Can Speed Up Licensing and Regulatory Approvals

Regulatory hurdles remain one of the biggest bottlenecks in nuclear energy expansion. Microsoft’s Manoharan highlighted how AI could streamline these processes, making nuclear projects faster and more cost-effective.

“We’re working on AI tools for licensing. Imagine reducing licensing applications from months to weeks. That’s the kind of efficiency AI can bring.”

By automating compliance documentation and improving regulatory review processes, AI has the potential to accelerate the deployment of new nuclear technologies.

10. The Future of Nuclear and AI is Bright

Despite the challenges, the panelists expressed optimism about nuclear’s role in powering the AI-driven future. Griffiths noted that global electricity demand is set to double by 2030, and nuclear will be a key player in meeting that demand.

“We’re going to continue to use more power. The demand is doubling, and we just have to be ready to meet it.”

By integrating AI-driven efficiencies, nuclear energy can become more affordable, scalable, and accessible, positioning itself as the backbone of the digital economy.

Final Thoughts

The SXSW panel underscored that AI and nuclear power are not just complementary—they are essential to each other’s future. AI will make nuclear power safer, more efficient, and more cost-effective, while nuclear will provide the stable, carbon-free energy required to sustain AI’s explosive growth.

With strategic partnerships, human oversight, and a commitment to innovation, the nuclear industry is poised to thrive in an AI-powered world. As Zeringue put it, “This is the beginning of a transformative era for energy and technology—one where AI and nuclear power will shape the future together.”

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Nuclearn Unveils Groundbreaking Agentic AI and AI Marketplace for the Nuclear Industry