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2026 Nuclear Energy Conference & Expo (NECX)
August 24–27, 2026
Dallas, TX|Hilton Anatole
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Mark Peters: Building on a strong foundation
Summer at the American Nuclear Society carries with it a sense of renewed momentum as the incoming president takes office and starts making plans for the year ahead. This has been particularly true in the last few years, as nuclear energy moves into a new era marked by broader public interest, stronger policy support, and a growing sense of possibility across the field. Mark Peters, the Society’s 72nd president, shares that optimism—and he is focused on turning it into results.
Technical Session|Panel|Sponsored by YMG
Wednesday, November 15, 2023|3:15–5:00PM EST|Jefferson West
Session Chair:
Patrick Snouffer (Zeno Power)
Alternate Chair:
Pierre-Clement A. Simon
Session Organizers:
Julianne McCallum (NEI)
Harsh S. Desai (Zeno Power)
The nuclear industry is highly impacted by national policy. From waste management to R&D funding to energy policy in general, policy decisions shape projects across the whole industry. If you ever wondered how engineers and scientist can help influence this policy, the ANS Congressional Fellowship is a great opportunity to get directly involved. This session will highlight the experiences of panelists who took their technical background and transitioned into policy areas through the ANS Congressional Fellowship. Whether you have questions about what an ANS Congressional Fellow does or about recent policies priorities, this session will provide insights on the relationship between policy and the nuclear industry.
Brad Williams
Idaho National Laboratory, Detailee on Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee
Sarah Stevenson
2023 ANS Congressional Fellow
Joseph Orellana
Energy Subcommittee Professional Staff Member for the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee