328 | Atomic Ambition: Inside the Texas Nuclear Model & What Kentucky Can Learn w/ Will Howard of Elementl

In February 2021, Winter Storm Uri plunged Texas into darkness, exposing the fragility of the modern American grid. For Will Howard, it was a call to action.In this episode, Will joins us to discuss his journey from data science to the forefront of the nuclear renaissance as a Project Developer for Elementl Power. He explains how Elementl is pioneering a new "developer model" for the industry, acting as the "quarterback" to secure land, navigate regulations, and de-risk projects for major buyers.The conversation covers Elementl’s partnership with Google to power AI data centers, the concept of "Energy Realism," and why the "Iron Law of Power" means reliability will always win. Will also breaks down the Texas model for nuclear advocacy and outlines the massive opportunity for Kentucky to leverage its industrial legacy in this new atomic age.Hosted by Logan JonesMiddle Tech is proudly supported by:KY Innovation → kyinnovation.comAwesome Inc → awesomeinc.org