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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.
August 10–13, 2014
Cost-Effective Excellence
Amelia Island, FL|Omni Amelia Island Plantation
ANS has secured additional guest rooms at the Amelia Hotel at the Beach! Reservations can be made online at Amelia Hotel at The Beach or via phone by calling 904-206-5600. You must provide the promotion code of UTWC to get the Utility Working Conference rate. ***** As of 7/15/14 - Please contact the Omni Amelia Island, 904-261-6161, to make your reservation. Reservations are made based upon availability.********* Omni Amelia Island Plantation, located at 39 Beach Lagoon, Amelia Island, Florida 32034, is the location for the 2014 Utility Working Conference & Vendor Technology Expo, where all meeting activities and technical sessions will be held. The special room rate for the meeting is: $155.00/per night (single / double rate). Reservations can be made online at Omni Amelia Island Plantation or via phone by calling: 888-261-6161. Attendees must identify themselves as part of the American Nuclear Society to receive the group rate.
Co-General Chairs:
Timothy Rausch (Senior VP and Chief Nuclear Officer, PPL Susquehanna, LLC)
Thomas P. Joyce (President and Chief Nuclear Officer, PSEG Nuclear)
Program Chair:
William Bishop (General Manager, Maintenance, PPL Susquehanna, LLC)
Assistant Program Chairs:
Marilyn Kray (Vice President, Exelon Partners, LLC)
Thomas Remick (Transient Analysis Section Leader, Arizona Public Service)
