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2026 Nuclear Energy Conference & Expo (NECX)
August 24–27, 2026
Dallas, TX|Hilton Anatole
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Droughts, wildfires continue to impact power plants in Europe
The effects of this summer’s historic heatwave continue to be felt across Europe. Soaring temperatures and drought in the region have led to elevated river temperatures, low river levels, and wildfires, which have significantly impacted nuclear power plants across the continent.
France’s Electricité de France has reported elevated river temperatures which have forced production cuts, including recent cuts at Golfech, and nuclear power plants in Hungary, Romania, and the United Kingdom, have faced exceptional challenges in recent days.
Monday, June 1, 2026|6:00–8:00PM MDT
Rooftop 1630
Join the Materials Science and Technology Division (MSTD) for an engaging evening reception during the ANS Annual Conference 2026! This social gathering brings together researchers, professionals, and students in nuclear materials science for conversation, connection, and community in a relaxed, welcoming setting.
The reception will take place at Rooftop 1630, a venue just a 7-minute walk from the conference hotel, featuring beautiful city views and a mix of indoor and outdoor space. Guests will enjoy appetizers and beverages while reconnecting with colleagues, meeting new collaborators, and sparking ideas with peers who share a passion for advancing nuclear materials science.