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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.
Technical Session|Panel|Sponsored by DESD
Tuesday, November 11, 2025|1:00–2:45PM EST|Cardozo
Session Chair:
Leah S. Parks
Session Organizer:
Alternate Chair:
Matt Darois
As deployment of advanced reactors accelerates, federal and state agencies are increasing efforts to “right-size” environmental reviews to match the inherent lower risk profile of these technologies. This panel will dive into key reforms aimed at streamlining environmental permitting, National Environmental Policy Act reviews and related consultations. Panelists will highlight how these initiatives support efficient, risk-informed licensing while upholding environmental protections and transparency in decision-making.
Nicholas McMurray
Senior Program Director for Nuclear Energy, ClearPath
Marty OâNeill
Nuclear Energy Institute
Mary Scales
INL
Matthew Aumeier
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