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2026 Nuclear Energy Conference & Expo (NECX)
August 24–27, 2026
Dallas, TX|Hilton Anatole
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IAEA releases interactive tool on global spent nuclear fuel
“But what about the waste?” Whether pronuclear, on the fence, or opposed, this common refrain still applies: Spent nuclear fuel is a challenge that needs action on clear solutions. Now, the International Atomic Energy Agency has a new tool to help people visualize the issue.
With its new online “Spent Fuel Management: The Inventory Status” tool, the IAEA has provided an important resource for investigating the amount of SNF produced by reactors around the world and how it is currently stored.
Monday, September 15, 2025|5:00–6:00PM CDT
Room 104 - 1st Floor
Mackenzie Gorham
NCSD members are encouraged to volunteer to interact with high school students who will attend this hour-long outreach event. Organizers have arranged for interactive activities such as cloud chambers, and video tours of power plants and research facilities. If you would like to provide a specific activity, please reach out to Mackenzie Gorham, sweemack@isu.edu.