Julien Garrel

Chief Excecutive Officer

Nuward

Industry & Supply Chain

Energy

About Me

Julien Garrel began his career in 2002 in the EDF Group’s Computer Networks and Telecommunications division, before joining the commercial division in 2005. After three years in the internal audit team, he became General Secretary of EDF Optimal Solutions, a subsidiary specialising in the development, design and implementation of energy efficiency solutions. He went on to hold various strategic roles at the EDF Group management level, including leading the transformation of the BtoB business model. In 2021, he joined the Nuclear Fuel Division as Director of the Uranium upstream cycle, later serving as Deputy Director of EDF's Nuclear Fuel Division. Since January 2025, Julien Garrel has taken on the role of Executive President of the NUWARD subsidiary. His extensive experience in strategic roles will be invaluable as he leads NUWARD into its next phase of development. Julien Garrel graduated with a Master’s degree from Institut Supérieur d’Electronique de Paris (I.S.E.P).

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AI, Nuclear and the Quest for Limitless (Clean) Energy

As the world grapples with unprecedented energy demands, the quest for clean, abundant sources is intensifying. Nuclear energy, in both its established form and the highly anticipated promise of fusion, stands at the forefront of this critical pursuit. Across the spectrum of nuclear innovation, groundbreaking advancements are accelerating the path to a sustainable future. From the rapid progress in Small Modular Reactors offering flexible, scalable power solutions, to the monumental strides in fusion research pushing closer to unlocking the energy of the stars, the field is buzzing with transformative developments. While contributing to growing energy needs, AI is also emerging as a powerful tool within this revolution, optimizing complex designs, enhancing safety protocols, and accelerating data analysis. How are these multifaceted innovations in nuclear energy shaping our path to global energy security and climate resilience?