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2026 ANS Annual Conference
May 31–June 3, 2026
Denver, CO|Sheraton Denver
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Illinois lifts moratorium on new large nuclear reactors
New power reactors of any size can be now be sited in the state of Illinois, thanks to legislation signed by Gov. J. B. Pritzker on January 8. The Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act (CRGA)—which Pritzker says is designed to lower energy costs for consumers, drive the development of new energy resources in the state, and strengthen the grid—lifts the moratorium on new, large nuclear reactors that Illinois enacted in the late 1980s.
Technical Session|Panel|Panels
Saturday, April 6, 2024|3:15–4:35PM EDT|Reber Room 135
Session Chair:
John Mobley
Alternate Chair:
Brandon S. Castillo
Session Organizer:
Jonathan B. Balog
How can we ensure that the nuclear workforce is open, approachable, and representative of the communities it serves—offering appropriate connections and resources to promote a sustainable and healthy industry? This panel session will explore student perspectives on IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility) in the nuclear field and its implications for the future workforce, particularly as it relates to pursuing nuclear education and outreach.
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