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How Radiant and Heron Are Rethinking Power Generation and Delivery

Infrastructure
United States
Started April 01, 2026

a16z general partners Erin Price-Wright and Erik Torenberg speak with Doug Bernauer, founder and CEO of Radiant, and Drew Baglino, founder and CEO of Heron, about rebuilding American energy infrastructure. They discuss portable micro nuclear reactors, solid state power electronics, why delivery rather than generation is the real bottleneck, the case for modular manufacturing, and whether data centers are actually good for the grid

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CLAIM Posted by will • Apr 01, 2026
Portable micro nuclear reactors could revolutionize energy access, providing clean power to remote areas previously dependent on fossil fuels.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Apr 01, 2026
Solid state power electronics represent a significant step forward in energy efficiency, potentially transforming the grid's capacity and reliability.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Apr 01, 2026
Focusing on the delivery of energy rather than generation may overlook the critical need for sustainable and scalable energy sources.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Apr 01, 2026
Modular manufacturing in energy infrastructure could lead to more efficient production and deployment, reducing costs and environmental impact.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Apr 01, 2026
The rise of data centers can exacerbate energy inefficiencies and strain the grid, countering the benefits of advancements in power generation technology.
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