Brew with the Crew: INL Net-Zero Program: Successes, Progress and Plans
Jhansi Kandasamy, Idaho National Laboratory
Abstract: Idaho National Laboratory has committed to reaching net-zero carbon emissions across its entire
site by 2031. Meeting this audacious goal will require that INL reduce emissions from approximately 300
buildings and 600 vehicles as well as purchase carbon-free energy to power operations across its 890 square
mile campus. This presentation will share how INL is measuring Net-Zero progress as well as successes to
date including transitioning the fleet to electric vehicles and using renewable diesel, monitoring the landfill,
conducting building efficiency upgrades, conducting research and development on advanced nuclear
energy technology, and supporting low- or no-emission commuting options for employees. The
presentation will also introduce INL’s roadmap to net-zero through advanced nuclear energy, which
describes the planned process for securing clean 24/7 energy for the site.
Bio: Jhansi Kandasamy, executive director of INL’s Net-Zero program, is responsible for leading Idaho
National Laboratory to become a national model for achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2031 through
energy innovations and collaborative partnerships. Kandasamy brings 30 years of nuclear industry
experience and leadership from her various roles at GE-Hitachi, Philadelphia Electric Company (PECO),
Exelon's Limerick Generating Station and Oyster Creek Generating Station, and Public Service Enterprise
Group (PSEG) Nuclear Salem/Hope Creek New Jersey. In addition, Kandasamy is past chair of U.S. Women
in Nuclear (WIN), an 8,000-plus member organization, co-founder of US WIN Nuclear Executives of
Tomorrow, a 12-month program for women who are 1-3 years from being executives in the nuclear
industry. She is also a past American Nuclear Society executive committee chair member, U.S. WIN
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion working group oversight committee member and co-founder of the Atomic
Allies.
* The brewing will begin at 5:15 with the topical discussion starting at 5:30 and ending at 6:15 to allow for post-
presentation conversations. The event will adjourn at 6:30. Finger food will be provided to keep the stomachs from
growling.
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- Date: 18 May 2023
- Time: 11:15 PM UTC to 12:30 AM UTC
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- Stockman’s Restaurant
- 1175 Pier View Drive
- idaho falls, Idaho
- United States 83402
- Starts 12 May 2023 04:37 PM UTC
- Ends 18 May 2023 11:15 PM UTC
- No Admission Charge