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2026 Nuclear Energy Conference & Expo (NECX)
August 24–27, 2026
Dallas, TX|Hilton Anatole
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Center for Used Fuel Research: Building confidence in storage and transport
Used nuclear fuel storage and transportation have reached a critical juncture.
Dozens of utilities need reliable data on how used nuclear fuel performs in dry storage casks and canisters to extend regulatory licenses at sites across the United States. Likewise, the Department of Energy expects to take ownership of the used nuclear fuel—termed “spent nuclear fuel” in the laws and regulations governing its stewardship—and transfer it to one or more federal staging facilities for management and disposition.
Meanwhile, dozens of reactor companies are testing prototypes of advanced reactors and advanced reactor fuels. Eventually, regulators and industry must also verify the safety and security of storage methods for these advanced fuel types.
To help address these challenges, the DOE established the Center for Used Fuel Research (CUFR) in January 2026 for work related to the long-term storage and transport of used nuclear fuel.
Hotel Reservation Notice
ANS has secured a discounted room rate at the Hilton Columbus Downtown as part of our conference agreement. To help keep event costs as low as possible, please book your accommodations through the official ANS reservation process and within the conference room block.
ANS does not partner with third-party housing providers, and no outside company is authorized to book hotel rooms on our behalf. If you are contacted by a company regarding hotel reservations or conference participation, please treat it as suspicious and contact the ANS Conferences Team at conferences@ans.org.
Nightly Room Rates: $259 + tax
Hotel Block Deadline: March 20, 2027
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Address: 402 North High Street Columbus, OH 43215
CHECK-IN: 3:00 PM
CHECK-OUT: 12:00PM
Minimum age to register: 18
Smoke-free facility
Valet Parking Daily: $50
Self-Parking: $43 per day
Pets Welcome: Maximum Pet Weight 125lbs (non-refundable fee:$50)
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (8 miles)
Rickenbacker International Airport (17 miles)
Last modified July 30, 2026, 3:19pm EDT
