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2026 ANS Annual Conference
May 31–June 3, 2026
Denver, CO|Sheraton Denver
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Getting back to yes: A local perspective on decommissioning, restart, and responsibility
For 45 years, Duane Arnold Energy Center operated in Linn County, Ia., near the town of Palo and just northwest of Cedar Rapids. The facility, owned by NextEra Energy, was the only nuclear power plant in the state.
In August 2020, a historic derecho swept across eastern Iowa with winds approaching 140 miles per hour. Damage to the plant’s cooling towers accelerated a shutdown that had already been planned, and the facility entered decommissioning soon after, with its fuel removed in October of that year. Iowa’s only nuclear plant had gone off line.
Today the national energy landscape looks very different than it did just six short years ago. Electricity demand is rising rapidly as data centers, artificial intelligence infrastructure, advanced manufacturing, and electrification expand across the country. Reliable, carbon-free baseload power has become increasingly valuable. In that context, Linn County has approved the rezoning necessary to support the recommissioning and restart of Duane Arnold and is actively supporting NextEra’s efforts to secure the remaining state and federal approvals.
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Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Group Rate: $244 + Tax
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Conference attendees and weekend wanderers alike will delight in the paramount convenience and unrivaled comfort of Indianapolis Marriott Downtown. As part of Marriott IndyPlace, our hotel boasts skywalk access to Indianapolis' most popular destinations including Circle Centre Mall, Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium. After a bustling day of business, fuel up with your favorite comfort foods at Conner's Kitchen + Bar, serving classic home-style cuisine with an elevated flare. Sumptuously plush bedding, Smart TVs and panoramic city views await to welcome you to modern luxury. Connect to our high-speed Wi-Fi and prepare for your keynote presentation or research downtown hot spots at our ample workstations. In the morning, stop by Loaf + Vine, our grab-and-go market for a tasty breakfast pastry and coffee to fuel your passions. From our welcoming lobby to the stylish accommodations, Indianapolis Marriott Downtown will redefine your perception of relaxation.
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