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2026 Nuclear Energy Conference & Expo (NECX)
August 24–27, 2026
Dallas, TX|Hilton Anatole
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Developers, officials talk advanced reactor outlook with NRC
The public had a rare opportunity Tuesday morning when the Nuclear Regulatory Commission gathered leaders from the Department of Energy, the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission, TerraPower, Radiant, Westinghouse, and X-energy to share updates on their respective high-profile new nuclear projects and initiatives.
During the meeting, titled “Advanced Reactor Landscape: Current Status and Moving Forward,” federal and industry officials presented on their respective endeavors, providing new updates, refreshers on previously announced information, and takeaways from their experiences.
February 27–March 2, 2017
Cape Canaveral, FL|Orlando Airport Marriott Lakeside
Book your room reservation at the Orlando Airport Marriott Lakeside. Group rates are $179.00 plus applicable tax. Reservations can be made at 407-851-9000, advise that you are with the Nuclear and Emerging Technologies for Space Conference to secure the group rate. Group rates are available from February 24 - March 4, 2017, and must be booked by January 26, 2017.
Honorary Chair:
Bob Wham (Pu-238 Tech Integration Manager, Oak Ridge National Laboratory)
General Chair:
Dave Depaoli (Oak Ridge National Laboratory)
Program Chairs:
Jeff Katalenich (Scientist, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory)
Jorge Navarro (Engineer, Idaho National Laboratory)
