EōS backs nuke push with research, training

EōS backs nuke push with research, training | Daily Tribune

EōS Organization, a global leader in energy solutions, is investing an initial P215 million in key partnerships to accelerate local nuclear energy development through workforce training and research initiatives.

The agreements, signed on Friday, include collaborations with Fulbright Philippines, Mindanao State University-Iligan Institute of Technology (MSU-IIT), and the Philippine Nuclear Research Institute (PNRI).

These efforts seek to develop local expertise and position the country as a player in advanced nuclear technology.

A component of the initiative is a P192-million grant to the Philippine Nuclear Science Foundation (PNSF) to support research on small modular reactor (SMR) technology.

SMRs are compact, scalable nuclear reactors designed to enhance safety and efficiency in power generation.

To strengthen the local talent pipeline, EōS and Fulbright Philippines signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) focused on educational programs for Filipino nuclear professionals.

“The MoU between EōS and Fulbright Philippines is just the start of a journey toward economic security for both the United States and the Philippines,” Julio Amador III, Fulbright’s executive director, said.

The partnership includes fellowships, training programs, and exchange opportunities, with up to P23 million allocated for developing local nuclear expertise.

EōS also partnered with MSU-IIT to integrate nuclear engineering into its academic offerings, ensuring alignment with PNRI’s Coordinated Research Project.

“With the MoU, MSU-IIT gets to offer these specialized curricular programs and prepare our students to be at the forefront of nuclear technology,” Chancellor Alizedney Ditucalan said.

Beyond education, EōS and Valar Atomics are working with PNRI to deploy nuclear gigasites capable of housing thousands of SMRs. The initiative also includes the world’s first CRP contract for an advanced reactor, with test-scale units set to be piloted in the Philippines.