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2026 Nuclear Energy Conference & Expo (NECX)
August 24–27, 2026
Dallas, TX|Hilton Anatole
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A closer look at the NRC’s reactor licensing revamp
Make no mistake about it: the Nuclear Regulatory Commission’s proposed rulemaking on reactor licensing, safety oversight, and siting practices is expansive. When it was unveiled on July 1, NRC officials called it the “most comprehensive modernization of reactor licensing in decades,” one that could save the NRC and the industry as much as $1.86 billion.
“NRC’s regulations have not kept pace with new technologies and our energy needs,” NRC Chairman Ho Nieh said in an announcement. “This proposed rule strips out rigid frameworks and unnecessary conservatism to accelerate the safe deployment of new reactors and expand existing capacity across America.”
Executive Session|Panel
Tuesday, June 18, 2024|10:00–11:45AM PDT|South Seas D
Session Chair:
Benjamin Holtzman (NEI)
It’s an exciting time for nuclear energy. The demand for nuclear energy is surging and we’re witnessing a sea change in public opinion. Industry has started translating this potential energy into action, and we’ve seen a series of recent firsts regarding nuclear expansion. This panel discussion will discuss the significance of these activities and share why they believe the house is betting on more nuclear growth for the future.
Peter Hastings
Vice President of Regulatory Affairs & Quality, Kairos Power
Patrick O'Brien
Holtec
Jeremiah Haswell
Southern Company
Maureen Zawalick
PGE
George Wilson
Terrapower
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