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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.
Experience our fresh take on in-room dining. A fast, flexible, and sustainable way to order nourishing dishes to enjoy in your room or on the go. Open Everyday 6:30 AM-11:00 AM; 11:30 AM-1:30 PM; 3:30 PM-11:00 PM.
+1 312-321-7143 Our downtown Chicago restaurant is on the lobby level and boasts one-of-a-kind views of the River North district. Energize with dinner on the patio. Please note: restaurant hours are limited for indoor and outdoor dining. Open Everyday 6:30 AM-11:00 PM.
Rise Café has a curated selection of premium coffee, including Starbucks Cold Brew & Nitro Cold Brew. Additional offerings at this Chicago Riverwalk restaurant and café include freshly baked pastries and an array of delectable baked goods. Open Everyday 6:00 AM-11:30 AM.
$100+ 0.1 Miles from hotel | 318 N State St, Chicago, IL 60654 | +1 312-670-9900Chophouse favorite dry-aged steaks and premium seafood. Open for Lunch & Dinner. Dress Code: Casual.
$50–100 0.1 Miles from hotel | 350 N State St, Chicago, IL 60654 | +1 312-755-1700Fine dining with award-winning wines and creative cuisines. Open for Lunch & Dinner. Dress Code: Smart Casual.
$30–50 0.1 Miles from hotel | 65 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654 | +1 312-940-9900Rustic-industrial spot for creative Mexican fare with a variety of cocktails & large tequila menu. Open for Dinner. Dress Code: Casual.
$$ 0.1 Miles from hotel | 412 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654 | +1 312-644-1900Eatery turning out Pan-Latin cuisine & tropical cocktails in a sophisticated, island-inspired space. Open for Dinner. Open for Lunch & Dinner.
$30–50 0.1 Miles from hotel | 108 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654 | +1 312-329-9555Mixologists make cocktails in an intimate space at this modern lounge with Latin-style small plates. Dress Code: Casual. Open for Lunch & Dinner. LGBTQ+ friendly.
$30–50 0.1 Miles from hotel | 340 N Clark St Chicago, IL 60654 | +1 312-822-0077Upscale destination offering classic Italian specialties, small plates, pizza & takeaway options. Open for Dinner. Dress Code: Casual.
$$ 0.1 Miles from hotel | 316 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654 | +1 312-836-1300Local ingredients feature in modern American dishes at this rustic-chic spot with an open kitchen. Open for Dinner. Dress Code: Casual. LGBTQ+ friendly.
$$ 0.1 Miles from hotel | 317 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654 | +1 312-900-9018Chic Italian eatery with a riverfront terrace and patio offering craft pizza, pasta, grilled seafood, and wines. Open for Lunch & Dinner.
$50–100 0.1 Miles from hotel | 51 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654 | +1 312-595-1322Neapolitan pies, homemade pastas, mozzarella bar & wine in an upscale space with bar & lounge. Open for Lunch & Dinner. Dress Code: Casual
$20–30 0.2 Miles from hotel | 519 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654 | +1 312-284-1377Modern, all-day venue combining an American eatery, wine & cocktail bar & a bakery/cafe. Open for Lunch & Dinner. Dress Code: Casual. LGBTQ+ friendly.
$$ 0.2 Miles from hotel | 110 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60654 | +1 312-273-6207Multilevel tavern offers European-influenced dishes & old-fashioned cocktails in antique surrounds. Open for Dinner. Dress Code: Casual. LGBTQ+ friendly.
$100+ 0.2 Miles from hotel | 339 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60654 | +1 312-847-5543Global comfort fare like fried chicken & waffles, plus cocktails, served in a flashy lounge setting. Open for Lunch & Dinner.
$$ 0.2 Miles from hotel | 315 N LaSalle St, Chicago, IL 60654 | +1 312-822-0100New American spin on British food served in an upscale restaurant with 2 bars & riverfront views. Open for Lunch & Dinner. Dress Code: Casual. LGBTQ+ friendly.
$50–100 0.2 Miles from hotel | 52 W Illinois St, Chicago, IL 60654 | +1 312-222-1888Pasta, steaks & seafood served in a sleek, group-friendly eatery backed by Giuliana & Bill Rancic. Open for Dinner. Dress Code: Smart Casual.
$$$ 0.2 Miles from hotel | 9 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654 | +1 312-340-5636Swanky, hip steakhouse with a nightclub vibe featuring high-end beef & seafood, plus DJs. Open for Lunch & Dinner. LGBTQ+ friendly.
$30–50 0.3 Miles from hotel | 145 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60602 | +1 312-384-1242Stylish American hangout serving market-driven eats & cocktails in handsome architectural digs. Open for Lunch & Dinner. Dress Code: Casual. LGBTQ+ friendly
$100+ 0.3 Miles from hotel | 520 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60654 | +1 312-521-5100Outpost of the Arizona chain serving an abundance of meat & martinis in posh, bi-level environs. Open for Dinner. Dress Code: Smart Casual. LGBTQ+ friendly.
$50–100 0.3 Miles from hotel | 21 E Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60611 | +1 312-527-2722Seafood restaurant & oyster bar with classic fare & sushi in clubby space with frequent live music. Open for Lunch & Dinner. Dress Code: Smart Casual.
$50–100 0.3 Miles from hotel | 110 W Illinois St, Chicago, IL 60654 | +1 312-644-0500Hip spot for creative Asian fusion fare, sushi & specialty cocktails in a chic modern space. Open for Dinner. Dress Code: Casual. LGBTQ+ friendly.
$20–30 0.5 Miles from hotel | 43 E Ohio St, Chicago, IL 60611 | +1 312-521-8700Vibrant Italian marketplace that features an array of cafes, counters, restaurants, and a cooking school. Open for Lunch & Dinner. Dress Code: Casual.
