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2026 Nuclear Energy Conference & Expo (NECX)
August 24–27, 2026
Dallas, TX|Hilton Anatole
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Mark Peters: Building on a strong foundation
Summer at the American Nuclear Society carries with it a sense of renewed momentum as the incoming president takes office and starts making plans for the year ahead. This has been particularly true in the last few years, as nuclear energy moves into a new era marked by broader public interest, stronger policy support, and a growing sense of possibility across the field. Mark Peters, the Society’s 72nd president, shares that optimism—and he is focused on turning it into results.
Plenary Session|Panel
Monday, June 14, 2021|10:00AM–12:30PM EDT
It’s been a long journey, but we are closer than ever before to deploying the next generation of advanced reactors. New, innovative designs with enhanced safety and improved economics, including small modular and micro reactors, should be under construction in only a few years. Speakers from across the new reactor community will address how we got here, what we’ve learned, and how we keep the momentum going to assure success.
General Chair
Dr. Thomas ZachariaOak Ridge National LaboratoryDirector
ANS President
Mary Lou Dunzik-Gougar, PhDANS President 2020-2021
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Craig H. PiercyANS Executive Director/CEO
SPEAKERS
Maria KorsnickNuclear Energy InstitutePresident and Chief Executive Officer
Chris LevesqueTerraPowerPresident and Chief Executive Officer
J. Clay SellX-energyChief Executive Officer
Dr. Rita BaranwalElectric Power Research InstituteVice President and Chief Nuclear Officer
Honorable Christopher T. HansonU.S. Nuclear Regulatory CommissionChairman
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