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November 9, 2025

Apheleia (ESP Regulatory efficiency program) has now been integrated into our not-for-profit foundation (Geeks for Good) marking a major step in advancing responsible nuclear development. Improvements from this program intends to set industry guidelines. Strengthened with enhanced analytical capabilities, Apheleia empowers C-suite leaders with the insights needed to guide informed and efficient decisions on future nuclear power plant developments and investments.

July 30, 2024

Lions Global Unveils Apheliea℗: 

A Groundbreaking Siting Regulatory Program Accelerating Civil Nuclear Projects

Lions Global is thrilled to introduce Apheliea, a groundbreaking regulatory program designed to streamline the deployment of civil nuclear projects.

Apheliea is dedicated to simplifying the licensing process for future civil nuclear sites, including the repurposing of brownfield locations and the development of greenfield sites. This innovative program assists both industry and regulators by providing tools and methodologies that accelerate application timelines while reducing overall costs.

The program streamlines applications by aligning licensing intent with qualified data reuse, enabling faster regulatory review and more predictable project execution. Through this approach, Apheliea helps establish updated industry standards for regulatory practices in the civil nuclear sector.

RJ Roux, President and CEO of Lions Global, said, “Apheliea will significantly enhance the efficiency of deploying new civil nuclear power projects. This program simplifies site determination and licensing, creating new industry solutions for power producers and energy users. Advanced data tools further strengthen investor and stakeholder confidence.”

Apheliea aligns with the recently enacted ADVANCE Act (Accelerating Deployment of Versatile, Advanced Nuclear for Clean Energy Act), signed by President Biden on July 9, 2024. This bipartisan legislation advances the future of nuclear energy in the United States by enabling cost reductions and regulatory process efficiencies.

Designed for global applicability, the Apheliea program supports multiple regulatory frameworks worldwide, making it a valuable asset for countries developing strategic roadmaps that encompass multiple nuclear sites.

As leaders in civil nuclear roadmap development, execution, and project siting, Lions Global recognizes the transformative potential of Apheliea.

We are excited to implement this program with our current and future clients and to extend its advantages to our partners—supporting sustainability goals and accelerating the deployment of clean, reliable civil nuclear energy.