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Tim Frazier

Senior Operating Partner, Nuclear: Technology & Government Relation

Tim Frazier is a highly regarded expert in the nuclear fuel cycle and non-proliferation, with a career dedicated to advancing nuclear energy technologies and ensuring the safe, secure, and efficient operation of nuclear facilities. He brings a wealth of experience in reactor technology evaluation, environmental impact analysis, and nuclear project development, having worked with a wide range of stakeholders across government, industry, and academia.

Tim has served in senior advisory roles where he evaluated reactor technologies, performed technical assessments for technical readiness levels, and conducted deployment studies for next-generation nuclear systems. His work directly supported the Assistant Secretary of Energy for Nuclear Energy, advising on the viability of new nuclear technologies and their potential to meet future energy needs.

He has been deeply involved in the development and marketing of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), including GE Hitachi’s BWRX-300, a 300 MWe boiling water reactor, and Natrium with TerraPower’s 600 MWe sodium-cooled fast reactor. His contributions have helped shape the strategic direction and implementation of SMR technologies, positioning them as a critical component of the next generation of nuclear power.

In addition to his expertise in reactor technology, Tim has extensive experience in managing and overseeing Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) for large-scale projects, having worked for the U.S. Department of Energy. His work has been instrumental in ensuring that new nuclear projects meet rigorous environmental, safety, and regulatory standards.

Tim has also played a key role in managing nuclear operations in plutonium facilities, ensuring that all operations were conducted in strict adherence to the documented safety analysis for the facility and in accordance with nuclear quality assurance programs. His oversight and operational management skills have been crucial in maintaining the highest standards of safety and regulatory compliance in sensitive nuclear environments.

With a deep technical and regulatory understanding of the nuclear industry, Tim Frazier is recognized as a leader in the field of nuclear energy, particularly in the areas of fuel cycle management, non-proliferation, and next-generation reactor technologies.