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2026 Nuclear Energy Conference & Expo (NECX)
August 24–27, 2026
Dallas, TX|Hilton Anatole
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Front-end nuclear fuel supply cooperation: Turning allied interdependence into strategic advantage
The global nuclear revival, which is fueled by unprecedented demand for firm, affordable, dispatchable power for artificial intelligence and data center build-out, energy security imperatives, and climate commitments, has exposed a structural reality of the Western fuel cycle: No single allied nation currently possesses the full suite of front-end capabilities. From mining through conversion, enrichment, fabrication, and the emerging deconversion and metallization steps required for reactor fuels, capability is distributed across Canada, France, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States (collectively, the “Sapporo Five”), as well as a small group of close partners.
Technical Session|Panel|Sponsored by YMG
Monday, November 18, 2024|3:15–5:00PM EST|Canaveral 3
Session Chair:
Pierre-Clément Simon (INL)
Session Organizer:
Alternate Chair:
Evan S. Gonzalez
This panel discussion focuses on professional development and career advancement in the nuclear industry. In a discussion with panelists, we will cover navigating workplace expectations, setting and aligning realistic goals with organizational objectives, recognizing and prioritizing key roles and tasks to take on, and evaluating and declining non-beneficial opportunities while maintaining professionalism. Of course, the topic of discussion will adapt to the interactions will attendees, but we also expect to discuss the importance of flexibility and adaptability in seizing unexpected opportunities, and how to build professional networks and promote lifelong learning and work-life balance, and emphasize the role of mentors. This panel aims to equip attendees with essential knowledge and tools for effective career navigation and growth in the nuclear industry.
April Novak
Univ. Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
Nader Satvat
Kairos Power
Matthew Wargon
TerraPower
Julie McCallum
Nuclear Energy Institute
Carolina Dutra
Penn State