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2026 ANS Annual Conference
May 31–June 3, 2026
Denver, CO|Sheraton Denver
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Chernobyl at 40 years: Looking back at Nuclear News
Sunday, April 26, at 1:23 a.m. local time will mark 40 years since the most severe nuclear accident in history: the meltdown of Unit 4 at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant in Ukraine, then part of the Soviet Union.
In the ensuing four decades, countless books, documentaries, articles, and conference sessions have examined Chernobyl’s history and impact from various angles. There is a similar abundance of outlooks in the archives of Nuclear News, where hundreds of scientists, advocates, critics, and politicians have shared their thoughts on Chernobyl over the years. Today, we will take a look at some highlights from the pages of NN to see how the story of Chernobyl evolved over the decades.
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April 3, 2020
Student Webinar Series
Nuclear Economics: Future of Nuclear
11:00AM–12:00PM CDT
Available to All Users
Nuclear energy supplies nearly 20 percent of all of our domestic electricity generation, and 55 percent of carbon-free generation. Nuclear power plants supply the baseload, always-available emissions-free electricity, while providing significant benefits to regional economies. This panel discussion focused on the economics of nuclear power. Read more...
March 27, 2020
Opening Plenary featuring Dr. Rita Baranwal
ANS has taken the 2020 Student Conference virtual with a special three-part series. Dr. Rita Baranwal, Assistant Secretary for the Office of Nuclear Energy in the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) was the opening plenary speaker. Following Dr. Baranwal's presentation, a Q&A session was moderated by ANS Executive Director/CEO Craig Piercy. Read more...
March 25, 2020
American Nuclear Society presents
Microreactors in the Near Horizon: Innovative Solutions for Clean Energy Systems
1:00–2:15PM CDT
The American Nuclear Society Young Members Group (YMG), the Clean Energy Ministerial (CEM) Nuclear Innovation: Clean Energy Future (NICE Future) initiative, and the International Youth Nuclear Congress (IYNC) proudly hosted this webinar on how microreactors will empower many innovative uses in our future clean energy economy. Read more...
February 24, 2020
Update on the ANS Change Plan 2020 and Operations Review
1:30–2:30PM CST
ANS Members Only
ANS Executive Director/CEO Craig Piercy provides an update on implementation of the ANS Change Plan 2020 and the recently completed operations review. Read more...
November 5, 2019
ANS Members-Only Webinar hosted by the Young Members Group
Federal Policy Landscape for Nuclear Energy
10:30–11:30AM CST
An update on the political landscape of nuclear as we near the 2020 fall election season. Topics covered ranged from interacting with the green community on nuclear, low-dose radiation, and a breakdown of current federal nuclear legislation. The current nuclear fleet, advanced reactors, and the non-energy applications of nuclear were also touched upon. Read more...
September 24, 2019
Low-dose Radiation: What is the science telling us?
2:30–3:30PM CDT
Watch a special ANS members-only video webinar on the health effects, research and development, and the polarizing questions which surround the topic of low-dose radiation. Moderated by ANS Washington Representative Craig Piercy, the discussion featured three nationally recognized experts in the low-dose radiation field. Read more...
June 27, 2019
Nuclear Waste Environment in the U.S. and the Nuclear Waste Administration Act Overview — ANS Members-Only Webinar
1:30–2:30PM CDT
On Thursday, June 27, ANS Nuclear Waste Policy Task Force Chair Steve Nesbit provided testimony during a hearing before the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee. The purpose of the hearing was to examine options for the interim and long-term storage of nuclear waste and to consider S. 1234, the Nuclear Waste Administration Act of 2019. Read more...
January 31, 2017
Unraveling the Mystery of Consensus Standards
10:00–11:00AM CST
This recording was an ANS members-only webinar. Panelists included George F. Flanagan, ANS Standards Board Chair; Steven L. Stamm, ANS Standards Board Vice Chair; and William M. Turkowksi, ANS Standards Board Member. Read more...
September 19, 2016
Vote Nuclear - A Webinar for ANS Members
1:00–2:00PM CDT
This ANS members-only webinar was recorded on Monday, September 19, 2016. Panelists included ANS member Tim Crook and ANS Washington Representative, Craig Piercy. Read more...
October 21, 2015
Delivering Multi-scale Multiphysics Solutions for Commercial Nuclear Industry Challenges -CASL Energy Innovation Hub
12:00–1:30PM CDT
CASL is the first U.S. Energy Innovation Hub connecting fundamental research and technology development through an integrated partnership of government, academia, and industry. Read more...
March 26, 2015
10 CFR Part 810 and You: A Successful ANS Webinar
Richard S. Goorevich and Katie Strangis answer questions about the 10 CFR 810 rule: Assistance to Foreign Atomic Energy Activities. Read more...
November 26, 2014
EPA's proposed "Clean Power Plan Rule"
12:00–1:00PM CST
The ANS Young Member Group organized this webinar to discuss the EPA's "Clean Power Plan Rule" and how it affects nuclear energy. Read more...
June 25, 2014
The Basics of 810 Regulations and ANS's Role
4:00–5:00PM CDT
This session will describe the scope of 10CFR810, the rulemaking that is in process, and how ANS is engaged in providing industry guidance on compliance with 10CFR810. Read more...
March 5, 2014
Impact of FY2015 Budget Request
Craig Piercy, ANS Washington representative, will outline the proposed budget for the Department of Energy, including funding for nuclear R&D and University programs, and discuss its prospects in Congress. Read more...
September 25, 2013
Policy Update: ANS and the Nuclear Policy Landscape in Washington
Craig Piercy, ANS Washington representative, will provide a snapshot of what's on the horizon for the upcoming legislative session and the role ANS is playing in the debates that shape our industry. Read more...
June 26, 2013
American Nuclear Society together with the National Academy of Sciences presents
Expert Workforce
10:00–11:00AM CDT
This webinar will highlight the findings and recommendations of the National Research Council's report entitled "Assuring a Future U.S.-Based Nuclear and Radiochemistry Expertise." Read more...
