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2026 ANS Annual Conference
May 31–June 3, 2026
Denver, CO|Sheraton Denver
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60 Years of U: Perspectives on resources, demand, and the evolving role of nuclear energy
Recent years have seen growing global interest in nuclear energy and rising confidence in the sector. For the first time since the early 2000s, there is renewed optimism about the industry’s future. This change is driven by several major factors: geopolitical developments that highlight the need for secure energy supplies, a stronger focus on resilient energy systems, national commitments to decarbonization, and rising demand for clean and reliable electricity.
Plenary Session
Tuesday, February 4, 2025|8:00–9:30AM EST|Magnolia EFG
SpeakerS (click on photo to read bio if available)
Lori Brady
Doug True
Craig H. Piercy
States Panel (click on photo to read bio)
Wes Hines
Lukas Brun
April Wade
Dr. Todd Allen
Hope Morrow
Dr. Olivia Blackmon
Join us as we better understand the current and future state of the industry; and how workforce, training, and education play a critical role in shaping our nuclear energy future. We will also take a deeper dive into how educators and employers in different states from across the country are managing their current and future workforce, training, and education needs and challenges.
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