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2026 ANS Annual Conference
May 31–June 3, 2026
Denver, CO|Sheraton Denver
Standards Program
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AI at work: Southern Nuclear’s adoption of Copilot agents drives fleet forward
Southern Nuclear is leading the charge in artificial intelligence integration, with employee-developed applications driving efficiencies in maintenance, operations, safety, and performance.
The tools span all roles within the company, with thousands of documented uses throughout the fleet, including improved maintenance efficiency, risk awareness in maintenance activities, and better-informed decision-making. The data-intensive process of preparing for and executing maintenance operations is streamlined by leveraging AI to put the right information at the fingertips for maintenance leaders, planners, schedulers, engineers, and technicians.
Technical Session|Panel|Sponsored by FED
Tuesday, June 17, 2025|3:15–5:00PM CDT|Chicago Ballroom A
Session Chair:
Pierre-Clement A. Simon
Session Organizer:
Alternate Chair:
Paul W. Humrickhouse
The advent of the private fusion industry has resulted in a growth in careers available in the fusion industry. This panel session on careers in the fusion energy industry highlights this rapid growth and the diverse opportunities in the field, ranging from research and development to operations and maintenance. Industry experts from industry, academia, and national laboratories will discuss the opportunities in the fusion energy field and the need for a skilled workforce with a strong foundation in STEM disciplines. Furthermore, they will address the educational pathways and skill sets that will be critical for individuals seeking to enter and advance within this cutting-edge sector.
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