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2026 Nuclear Energy Conference & Expo (NECX)
August 24–27, 2026
Dallas, TX|Hilton Anatole
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A closer look at NRC’s proposed rule eliminating ALARA
On July 1, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission proposed removing the “as low as reasonably achievable” (ALARA) principle from its radiation protection regulations and replacing it with a graded approach. The agency also proposed increases to effluent dose limits and adjusting how it handles allowances for exceeding dose limits.
Educational Session|Panel|Sponsored by Cost Reduction Opportunities
Monday, August 7, 2023|3:30–5:00PM EDT|Calusa 11/12
Session Chair:
Jason Remer
Knowledge Managers:
Tim Schlimpert
Wale Adeyinka
This session will present several topics that will describe how utilities are using advanced technology and process change to reduce O&M costs while maintaining safety and performance. Utilizing work reduction opportunities that have been evaluated across the industry, plants can achieve a positive net present value for their modifications while also addressing vexing technology problems including obsolesce and sustainability.
Sean Lawrie
Scott Madden
Jason Hansen
INL
Colt Smith
EPRI
Ray Herb
SNC
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