Elementl Power Appoints Former NRC Executive Mirela Gavrilas as Vice President of Regulatory Affairs

WASHINGTON, July 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Elementl Power Inc. ("Elementl Power"), a technology agnostic advanced nuclear project developer and independent power producer, today announced the appointment of Dr. Mirela Gavrilas as Vice President of Regulatory Affairs, effective immediately.

Dr. Gavrilas joins Elementl Power following a distinguished two-decade career at the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission ("NRC"), where she most recently served as Executive Director for Operations. In this role, she led approximately 2,700 technical and mission-support staff, and served as acting chief operating officer for the NRC. She spearheaded efforts to reduce licensing timelines and streamline approval processes for advanced technologies such as fusion machines, as well as small modular- and micro-reactors. Under her leadership, the NRC also strengthened its incident response and cybersecurity programs and adopted a new project management framework that enhanced regulatory efficiency and staff engagement. In addition to her extensive leadership credentials, Dr. Gavrilas brings a wealth of experience in reactor systems, severe accidents, nuclear materials and risk.

"Dr. Gavrilas's decorated professional achievements and commitment to regulatory excellence align perfectly with our mission and vision as we work to accelerate the deployment of advanced nuclear projects to meet the growing demand for reliable, clean baseload power," said Chris Colbert, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Elementl Power. "Her appointment rounds out Elementl's seasoned executive team as we advance to our next phase—announcing specific sites and advancing their development to serve Google and other forward-looking customers."

Dr. Gavrilas began her professional career serving on the faculty of the University of Maryland. She holds a bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering from the University of Maryland and a Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

About Elementl Power Inc. 

Founded in 2022, Elementl Power Inc. ("Elementl Power") is a technology agnostic advanced nuclear project developer and independent power producer. Elementl Power was formed to break the stalemate in advanced nuclear power deployment by providing turn-key development, financing and ownership solutions for customers that want access to clean baseload power but may not want to own or operate nuclear power assets. Elementl Power is creating a scalable advanced nuclear energy procurement model, engaging some of the globe's largest energy purchasers, to power a sustainable, safe and energy abundant future. Elementl Power is a portfolio company of Breakwater North, a nuclear and critical infrastructure focused investment firm, and Energy Impact Partners ("EIP"), a global technology investor committed to innovating the energy industry.  For more information, please visit https://elementlpower.io/.

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