Archive Category: Events

On June 2, 2026, the Nuclear Energy and National Security Coalition (NENSC) is hosting the Nuclear Energy and National Security Forum, bringing together experts to explore how a strong U.S. nuclear energy enterprise supports energy security, U.S. global leadership, and long-term economic strength.

Click HERE to register.

Confirmed Speakers Include:

  • Congressman Bill Foster, Co-Chair, Advanced Nuclear Caucus
  • Dan Poneman, Former Deputy Secretary, U.S. Department of Energy
  • Hon. Christopher Hanson, Former Chairman, U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
  • Jess Gehin, Idaho National Laboratory
  • Lucian Neimeyer, United Coalition for Advanced Nuclear Power (UCAN Power)
  • Jonathan Whitham, Indiana Department of Homeland Security
  • Dylan Enright, Radiant
  • Adrienne Schweer, Oklo
  • Michael Wautlet, Nuclear Energy Institute
  • Scott Kopple, BWXT
  • Sean Oehlbert, Centrus
  • Jennifer Gordon, Atlantic Council
  • Paul Saunders, Center for the National Interest
  • Stephen Rademaker, Former Assistant Secretary of State
  • Budd Haemer, Nuclear Innovation Alliance
  • Amy Roma, Orrick
  • Janelle Eddins, U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Nuclear Energy
  • Kevin Kong, Everstar AI

And more. Stay tuned for additional speaker announcements.

AGENDA

9:00 – 9:15 AM | Welcome & Opening Remarks

9:15– 9:45 AM | Opening Keynote

9:45 – 10:50 AM | Panel I: Building at Home to Win Abroad

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Panel II: Defense and National Security to Further Drive Deployment

12:00 – 1:00 PM | Keynote Conversation and Networking Lunch

1:00 – 2:00 PM | Panel III: Securing the Supply Chain – Building the U.S. Nuclear Industrial Base

2:00 – 2:45 PM | Panel IV: Competing Globally – Financing, Exports & Upcoming 123 Agreements

2:45 – 3:15 PM | Panel IV: Regulatory Alignment & Deployment at Speed

3:15 – 3:30 PM | Closing Remarks

The U.S. Capitol Visitor Center
1st St SE, Congressional Auditorium (CVC200), Washington, DC 20515



On January 14, 2025, the Nuclear Energy and National Security Coalition (NENSC) hosted a webinar exploring the role of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) in addressing the increasing need for domestic and global nuclear energy. The event highlighted key areas of consideration for the NRC, including its licensing review processes and its role in fostering international cooperation. 

Click HERE to watch a replay.

On November 20, 2024, the Nuclear Energy and National Security Coalition (NENSC) hosted a webinar on “The Role of Nuclear Energy in the Evolving National Security Landscape,” during which a panel of experts explored the critical intersection of nuclear energy and national security. 

Click HERE to watch a replay.