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2026 ANS Annual Conference
May 31–June 3, 2026
Denver, CO|Sheraton Denver
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From uncertainty to vitality: The future of nuclear energy in Illinois
Nuclear is enjoying a bit of a resurgence. The momentum for reliable energy to support economic development around the country—specifically data centers and AI—remains strong, and strongly in favor of nuclear. And as feature coverage on the states in the January 2026 issue of Nuclear News made abundantly clear, many states now see nuclear as necessary to support rising electricity demand while maintaining a reliable grid and reaching decarbonization goals.
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8:00AM–12:00PM EDT
Eric J. Barron Innovation Hub Room 603
Session Organizers: Carolina Dutra, David Reger
9:00AM–12:00PM EDT
Pattee and Paterno Library Room W003
Session Organizer: Aamer Bashir
1:00–4:00PM EDT
Engineering Services Building Room 122
Session Organizer: Chris Balbier
Session Organizer: Luiz Aldeia Machado
1:30–4:00PM EDT
Engineering Design and Innovation Building Room 326
Session Organizers: Carolina Dutra, Luiz Aldeia Machado
3:00–4:30PM EDT
Thomas Building Room 104
Session Organizers: Zach Van Horn, Jessi Altiero
