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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.
Session|Panel
Saturday, November 13, 2021|1:25–2:25PM EST
Session Chairs:
Jillian Newmyer (Oregon State Univ.)
Evan Gonzalez (Univ. of Michigan)
Session Producers:
Participants at the Getting Involved in Nuclear Policy Workshop will work in small groups to gain experience drafting letters of support for nuclear issues with experienced policy professionals/advocates. The workshop will address some of the nuanced differences between technical and policy writing to encourage effective communication between scientists and policy makers. A breakdown of current nuclear policy legislation and resources for getting involved in the nuclear policy landscape will also be provided.
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