Reinventing Nuclear: Innovation at the Core of the Energy Transition with Kiki Lauwers, CEO of Thorizon

Welcome to the next edition of the Expert Sessions!
In this series of events, you can join us for afternoons with climate tech specialists, visionary founders, and forward-thinking investors in a relaxed and engaging setting. Each session is designed to foster knowledge sharing, deep conversations, and meaningful connections.
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For this edition, we are thrilled to welcome Kiki Lauwers, CEO of Thorizon, to share her vision on the future of nuclear energy.
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Can nuclear innovation unlock a clean, reliable energy future? What role can visionary leadership play in reshaping one of the world’s most controversial industries?
Nuclear energy is back on the global agenda - and companies like Thorizon are leading the way in reimagining what nuclear can and should look like in the 21st century. With a new generation of molten salt reactors, Thorizon aims to deliver safe, scalable, and waste-reducing nuclear technology to help meet Europe’s climate goals.
Join us for an inspiring evening with Kiki Lauwers, CEO of Thorizon. Kiki, an Aerospace Engineer with an MBA degree from INSEAD, started her career as strategy consultant at McKinsey & Company and has taken over the reins at Thorizon since May 2023. With her strong background in strategy and impact-driven innovation, Kiki is on a mission to make nuclear energy not just acceptable, but essential to our sustainable future.
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During this evening, we’ll dive into:
🔋 Reimagining nuclear: How Thorizon is creating safer, more efficient, and sustainable nuclear solutions
👩‍💼 Kiki’s leadership journey: From strategy consulting to clean tech entrepreneurship
🌍 The bigger picture: Why we can’t afford to exclude nuclear from our sustainable energy mix
After the interview, enjoy networking drinks in the company of forward-thinking investors, founders, and changemakers working to shape the future of our planet.
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📆 Program
17:00 – 17:15 | Welcome drinks & arrival
17:15 – 18:30 | Presentation and Q&A with Kiki Lauwers
18:30 – 19:00 | Networking drinks & bites
🗣️ Language: English
📍 Location: Carbon Equity HQ
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đź”” Application required
Due to the intimate nature of the event, space is limited. We aim to create a high-quality, engaging setting where participants can contribute meaningfully and connect with like-minded peers. Applications will be reviewed before invitations are confirmed. We recommend signing up early.
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