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2026 ANS Annual Conference
May 31–June 3, 2026
Denver, CO|Sheraton Denver
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WM2026: Leveraging advanced technology and innovation
The noticeable exuberance within the nuclear community as a whole appears to have spilled over into the waste management sphere as well, judging from the 2026 Waste Management Conference, held March 8–12 in Phoenix, Ariz., and sponsored by Waste Management Symposia.
The theme of this year’s conference was “Efficient and Innovative Nuclear Materials and Technology Solutions,” and many of the scheduled panels and technical sessions revolved around how nuclear growth and technological advancements are affecting the back end of the fuel cycle, as well as how the cleanup of legacy sites is enabling new nuclear development.
October 24, 2024|10:00AM–11:00PM (11:00–12:00AM EDT)
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In this one-on-one interview with ANS CEO/Executive Director Craig Piercy, NRC Commissioner Caputo shares her journey in the nuclear field and her vision for the future of nuclear energy. With over 25 years of experience, Commissioner Caputo has witnessed the evolution of the industry, from shutdowns to renaissances, and now to a new era driven by decarbonization and energy security.