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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.
Thursday, November 13, 2025|9:00AM–5:00PM EST
Capitol Hill
When the ANS Winter Conference is held in Washington, DC, ANS gives our members the opportunity to participate in congressional meetings throughout the day on Thursday, November 13. If you elect to participate, ANS will organize meetings allowing you to meet in-person with your Member of Congress and/or their staff on Capitol Hill. ANS members will be paired together in meeting groups by state/region for meetings throughout the morning/afternoon of the 13th.
Schedules and additional meeting materials will be e-mailed to registrants before the ANS Winter Conference. Please also remember to stop by the "How to Talk to Policymakers" session on Wednesday, November 12 to prepare for Thursday's Congressional meetings.
Questions contact: John Starkey
