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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|Panel
Wednesday, February 5, 2025|8:00–9:40AM EST|Magnolia EFG
SPEAKER
Amanda L. Donges
Panel
Sola Talabi
Christy Rasmussen
Christine Csizmadia
Sue Magidson
Dr. Olivia Blackmon
Join us as the Institute of Nuclear Power Operations shares a new approach to training in the industry. We will also hear from an expert panel as to what we can do collectively to ensure that our academic pipelines thrive as the nuclear energy industry expands and thrives over the next few decades.
Olivia Blackmon
Oak Ridge Associated Universities
Vanderbilt
Pittsburgh Technical
Energy Northwest
Nuclear Energy Institute
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