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Women in nuclear

28/08/2023 GMT

BBC World Service - The Conversation, Women in nuclear

Understanding the challenges facing women who choose nuclear power as a career.

Lisa McBride and Raquel Heredia work to increase female representation at all levels in nuclear power generation.

A report published by the OECD Nuclear Energy Agency in 2023 found that less than a quarter of the nuclear workforce are women. And when it comes to scientific, engineering and leadership roles in the industry, that figure is even smaller.  Those who support nuclear as part of the energy mix to combat climate change say addressing this gender imbalance is essential, if the industry is to remain competitive and innovative.

Beatriz de la Pava is joined by two women working to increase female representation at all levels in nuclear power generation.  

Lisa McBride is Canada’s country leader for small modular reactors with GE Hitachi's Nuclear Products Division. She began her career with Ontario Power Generation, where she spent 18 years in a range of leadership roles including nuclear security.

Raquel Heredia from Mexico is the Training Manager for the World Nuclear University, an organisation which works towards improving education and skills in the nuclear industry. She’s also worked as a data analyst, consultant and engineer in the field of sustainable development.

Produced by Fiona Clampin.

(Image: (L) Raquel Heredia. (R) Lisa McBride, credit: Elle Marie Photography.)

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