JOIN ECA TODAY FOR REVIVING NUCLEAR REPROCESSING: THE REALITY & OPPORTUNITIES
Join ECA TODAY, June 25, 2025 from 2:00pm to 3:30pm for a can't-miss session in the ECA Summer Webinar Series: Reviving Nuclear
Reprocessing: The Reality and Opportunities. Recent executive orders signed by President Trump have directed the Department of Defense and the Department of Energy to use their authorities to advance privately funded recycling, reprocessing, and reactor fuel fabrication technologies. But how will costs, logistics, and timing impact this ambitious move to close the fuel cycle? Hear firsthand from a panel
of experts that ECA has gathered to discuss the status and history of nuclear recycling and reprocessing in the U.S., and the implications it has on the national nuclear waste strategy and on the industry as a whole. Speakers will include: - Facilitator: Laura Hermann – Deputy Executive Director, Energy Communities Alliance
- Ross Matzkin-Bridger - Senior Director of Nuclear Materials Security, Nuclear Threat Initiative
- Dr. Kemal
Pasamehmetoglu - Non-Resident Fellow, Atlantic Council
- Nick Touran – Nuclear Advisor and Consultant, What is Nuclear
If you have any questions about the webinar
or would like more information, please reach out to ajr@energyca.org. We hope to see you there!
UPCOMING HEARINGS TO REVIEW NRC CHAIRMAN DAVID WRIGHT AND E&W DEVELOPMENT
The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works will be holding a hearing today (June 25) at 10:00am to review current Chairman of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), David A. Wright to continue be a Member of the Nuclear Regulatory
Commission. ECA Submitted a Letter of Support in favor of David Wright's nomination: "The Energy Communities Alliance (ECA) is writing to express support for David A. Wright to continue serving as the Chairman of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). Our organization represents local governments and communities that host nuclear energy, manufacturing and defense facilities, and
our members are eager to drive new nuclear energy development forward. Chairman Wright has already proven to be an effective leader of the NRC, and we hope the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee will move quickly to confirm him and ensure that the NRC can continue ongoing efforts to enable and facilitate advanced reactor development and deployment. ECA believes that Chairman Wright should be reconfirmed as the Chairman of the NRC for the following reasons: - Chairman Wright
will provide continuity in leadership at this critical time for the NRC and nuclear development;
- Chairman Wright brings significant experience in the arena of energy issues, in particular nuclear energy issues;
- Chairman Wright has a proven track record as an elected official."
To read the full letter, click here. In related news, the House Appropriations Committee has scheduled its Subcommittee and Full Committee markups for the fiscal year (2026) Energy and Water Development Bill, which determines appropriations and funding for cleanup at all sites across the Department of Energy Office of Environmental Management cleanup complex, in addition to National Nuclear Security Administration programs. The Subcommittee Markup will be
conducted by the House Energy and Water Development Appropriations Subcommittee. ECA will continue to provide updates on committee hearings and markup pertaining to Energy and Water Development Appropriations as they develop.
Earlier this summer, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) completed a report on nuclear waste titled, "An Integrated Disposal Plan Could Help DOE Complete Its Cleanup Mission and Save Billions". ECA is hosting an informational webinar to learn more about the recommendations to develop DOE complex-wide analyses to assess the progress of its cleanup mission. These recommendations include; optimization models to identify optimal disposal pathways; a call to develop a complex-wide disposal plan; and the creation of a
forum for EM, cleanup sites, and disposal facility regulators to address regulatory constraints to optimal disposal approaches. GAO analyzed EM waste data, interviewed or requested information from all 15 EM sites, visited commercial nuclear waste disposal facilities, and developed a hypothetical model for optimizing transuranic waste disposal using EM data. Join ECA on July 24 at 2pm ET to learn more about the report. Speakers will include: - Facilitator: Seth Kirshenberg – Executive Director, Energy Communities Alliance
- Nathan Anderson, Director - Natural Resources and Environment, GAO
- Amanda Kolling, Assistant Director - Natural Resources and
Environment, GAO
JOIN ETEC IN THE OAK RIDGE CORRIDOR FOR THE NUCLEAR OPPORTUNITIES WORKSHOP
July 22 - 23, 2025 | Knoxville Convention Center
WHAT IS NOW? - NOW is ETEC's Nuclear Opportunities Workshop, Tennessee’s premier nuclear industry conference focused on all things nuclear: fission, fusion, isotopes, environmental management, AI in nuclear, workforce and more. Join ETEC and a variety of experts and enthusiasts in
the Oak Ridge Corridor for this growing, engaging, and informative conference.
For more information, including agenda, supporter opportunities, and travel and lodging information, click here.
ROGER JARRELL, ACTING ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR EM, TO SPEAK AT THE NATIONAL CLEANUP WORKSHOP
September 23 - 25, 2025 | Crystal Gateway
Marriott | Arlington, VA
Join us for the 11th annual National Cleanup Workshop (NCW), to be held September 24-25, 2025 at the Crystal Gateway Marriott - Arlington, VA. Hear from Roger Jarrell, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary (PDAS) and Acting Assistant Secretary, U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Environmental Management (EM), and a growing list of federal representatives, industry officials and state and local leaders. Hosted by ECA with the cooperation of the Energy Facility Contractors
Group and DOE-EM; this is one of the largest events in the country dealing with the issues tackled by the Department of Energy’s Office of Environmental Management (EM). TAKE A FIRST LOOK AT WHO'S SPEAKING!
Roger Jarrell | Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary and Acting Assistant Secretary, DOE-EM
Brent Gerry | Mayor, City of
West Richland, WA; Chair, ECA
Rebecca Casper | Mayor, City of Idaho Falls, ID; Vice-Chair, ECA
David "DJ" Johnson | Vice President, Honeywell Federal Solutions; EFCOG Board Chair
Heatherly Dukes | President, Technical Service Group, BWX Technologies, Inc.
Carol Johnson | President and Program Manager, Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure (H2C)
Jeff Kendall | President,
AtkinsRéalis US Nuclear
Mark Whitney | President, Energy and Environment, Amentum
... and more!
Make sure to register before July 1, 2025, to receive the early bird discount rate! The cost of registration will increase after July 1.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Wednesday, September 24 8:00am National Cleanup Workshop 5:30pm Evening Reception for all NCW Attendees Thursday, September 25
8:00am National Cleanup Workshop SPONSORSHIP
NCW sponsorships offer an excellent opportunity to showcase your company, maximize networking opportunities with attendees, and host
an exhibit booth during the forum. Click here to learn more!
The National Cleanup Workshop is hosted by the Energy Communities Alliance (ECA) with the cooperation of the Energy Facility Contractors Group (EFCOG) and the U.S. Department of Energy Office of Environmental Management (EM)*.
GoneFission Nuclear Report - Oak Ridge Nuclear Center
of Excellence May 13, 2025 | S5 E2 Dr. Stephen Nagy discusses Japan's strategic positioning in a complex geopolitical landscape, particularly in relation to the U.S.-China rivalry. He explores Japan's economic ties with China, the challenges posed by regional security
threats, and the evolving strategies Japan is employing to navigate these issues. The conversation delves into Japan's historical pacifism, the potential for nuclear deterrence discussions, and the importance of trade agreements and technological cooperation in ensuring regional stability. https://gonefissionpodcast.com/ NucleCast - Brian D'Andrea: TechSource; A Leader in Nuclear Expertise June 24, 2025 | S03 E224 In this episode of NucleCast, Jim Howe interviews Brian D'Andrea, CEO of TechSource, discussing the company's significant role in supporting America's nuclear security enterprise. They explore TechSource's growth, employee ownership, and the importance of retaining
critical skills in the nuclear field. Brian shares insights into the company's project management approach, workforce development initiatives, and strategic partnerships that enhance their capabilities. https://rss.com/podcasts/nuclecast-podcast/
Nuclear Opportunities Workshop Knoxville, TN | July 22 - 23 Learn More Here National Cleanup Workshop 2025 Arlington, VA |
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