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Decommissioning & Environmental Sciences
The mission of the Decommissioning and Environmental Sciences (DES) Division is to promote the development and use of those skills and technologies associated with the use of nuclear energy and the optimal management and stewardship of the environment, sustainable development, decommissioning, remediation, reutilization, and long-term surveillance and maintenance of nuclear-related installations, and sites. The target audience for this effort is the membership of the Division, the Society, and the public at large.
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2025 ANS Annual Conference
June 15–18, 2025
Chicago, IL|Chicago Marriott Downtown
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The Standards Committee is responsible for the development and maintenance of voluntary consensus standards that address the design, analysis, and operation of components, systems, and facilities related to the application of nuclear science and technology. Find out What’s New, check out the Standards Store, or Get Involved today!
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NorthStar subsidiary wins $537M contract to demo USS Enterprise
The U.S. Department of Defense has awarded NorthStar Group Services subsidiary NorthStar Maritime Dismantlement Services a firm-fixed-price contract worth $536,749,731 for the dismantling, recycling, and disposal of the historic USS Enterprise (now also known as the ex-Enterprise), the world’s first nuclear-powered aircraft carrier. The work will be performed in Mobile, Ala., and is expected to be completed by November 2029.
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Annual dues are based upon the number of employees at your organization involved in nuclear activities. Membership is annual and on an anniversary basis.
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Organization member faqs
What is the difference between an Individual and Organization Membership? Which membership is right for me?
The Organization Membership primarily includes benefits at the company-level, the main ones being –
The Individual Membership benefits unlock full access for your employees –
If you’re a Nuclear Energy Conference & Expo and/or Winter Meeting exhibitor, or if you’re currently in a phase where you’re doing a lot of hiring, you will find great value in the Organization Membership.
If you’re primarily interested in membership as a professional development avenue for employees, the individual memberships will likely provide the best value for you.Need it all? Organization Members may also purchase bulk packages of Individual Memberships. Please reach out to organization@ans.org for a custom quote!
If I join as an Organization Member, do all my employees become members of ANS?
No, the Organization Membership program does not include flow down Individual Memberships. Organization Members have the option to purchase bulk packages of Individual Memberships. Please reach out to organization@ans.org for a custom quote!
What portion of dues goes toward lobbying?
American Nuclear Society member dues are not used for contributions to political parties or candidates or for independent expenditures on behalf of parties or candidates. Less than 1/10 of 1.0% (or 0.1%) of dues money goes to lobbying efforts. In the case of someone at the $195 dues level, this would be approximately 19 cents.
I have a question or need assistance - who can help?
Please contact our Membership Department team at organization@ans.org or 800-323-3044.
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