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America’s Smartland Series<\/p>

Nuclear Energy in the Midwest<\/h2><\/div>

In the face of unprecedented load growth in the Midwest and beyond, many in the Midwest are investigating the ability to ramp up nuclear energy. This series will provide information to support these efforts and provide Midwestern Policy Makers with the tools to make decisions related to nuclear energy in their states.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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America’s Smartland Summit: Nuclear Energy In the Midwest
In-Person Summit<\/em><\/strong><\/h2><\/div>

February 11-12, 2026
Washington, DC
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Registration is now open for the MGA Nuclear Energy Summit<\/strong>, taking place February 11\u201312 in Washington, DC at the Nuclear Energy Institute Headquarters (1201 F St. NW), conveniently located near Metro Center.

If you\u2019re already coming to Washington, DC for NARUC, we\u2019ve intentionally timed this summit to allow you to attend both\u2014making it easy to continue the conversations, connections, and learning without extending your travel.

The two-day summit will bring together state leaders, federal officials, industry representatives, and key stakeholders to explore the current and future role of nuclear energy in the United States. We’ll discuss, including federal and international nuclear policy,
nuclear energy\u2019s role in energy security and dominance, advanced nuclear technologies, workforce development and community engagement, and the evolving regulatory landscape
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America’s Smartland Series: What About the Waste?<\/a><\/h2>

This webinar will address lingering questions about commercial nuclear waste, including: the basics about how it is produced and stored\u2014and in some cases, stranded\u2014at nuclear power plants across the Midwest; […]<\/p>\n<\/div>Find out more<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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America’s Smartland Summit: Nuclear Energy In the Midwest<\/a><\/h2>

Registration is now open for the\u00a0MGA Nuclear Energy Summit, taking place February 11\u201312 in Washington, DC at the Nuclear Energy Institute Headquarters (1201 F St. NW), conveniently located near Metro […]<\/p>\n<\/div>Find out more<\/a><\/div>

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America’s Smartland Series: State Policy Makers\u2019 Role in Nuclear Energy & Load Growth<\/a><\/h2>

With a patchwork of policies and number policy makers across the Midwest, what is most important for states when considering adding or retaining nuclear assets in their jurisdiction. How does […]<\/p>\n<\/div>Find out more<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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America’s Smartland Series: The Role SMRs and New Technology<\/a><\/h2>

\u00a0 With this webinar, the audience will learn about the state of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) in the Midwest and how this technology and others are advancing nuclear energy in […]<\/p>\n<\/div>Find out more<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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America’s Smartland Series: Siting Nuclear Energy<\/a><\/h2>

Nuclear energy installations, whether a large plant or an SMR need to receiving siting from the jurisdiction in which that asset sits. What siting norms are there in the Midwest […]<\/p>\n<\/div>Find out more<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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America’s Smartland: The State of Nuclear Energy in the Midwest<\/a><\/h2>

\u00a0 This webinar provided information about existing nuclear energy assets in the region and what state policy and regulations exist related to the use and development of nuclear energy. Speakers: […]<\/p>\n<\/div>Find out more<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n

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