5 Reasons to Attend NECX 2026

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Last year in collaboration with the American Nuclear Society (ANS), NEI put on the first-ever Nuclear Energy Conference and Expo (NECX). Now get this: This year, we are putting on the SECOND NECX.  

From August 24-27, more than 1,000 professionals focused on nuclear energy will be descending upon Dallas, TX for industry-leading programming and high-value networking that will shape the future of nuclear energy. 

Like last year, NECX is bringing together folks who work all over the industry, from advanced reactor developers to regulators to engineers, and so much more. Need more inspiration to attend? Here are 5 reasons! 

Whole-of-Industry Access 

Connect with more than 1,000 professionals from across the nuclear ecosystem, creating opportunities to network, exchange ideas, and build relationships with peers, partners, and industry leaders. 

Deployment-Focused Insights 

Explore the technologies, strategies, policies, and investments accelerating nuclear deployment and commercialization through executive plenaries, technical sessions, expert-led discussions, and the Spotlight Stage in the expo hall, where attendees can discover emerging innovations, hear from exhibitors, and engage with timely industry topics. 

Networking Designed for Industry Growth 

Build valuable connections through curated networking events, expo engagement, collaborative discussions, and interactive programming designed to foster partnerships and knowledge sharing that move the industry forward.  

Technical and Strategic Depth 

Gain perspectives from leaders across engineering, operations, regulation, policy, investment, workforce development, project integration, and emerging technologies. Cross-disciplinary sessions help attendees broaden their understanding beyond their own area of expertise. 

Integrated Industry Experience 

NECX brings together conference programming, the expo hall, the Spotlight Stage, and networking into one connected experience focused on advancing real-world progress across the nuclear industry. 

From keynote luncheons to evening socials, there's plenty to engage with beyond the educational sessions. NECX will have a little bit of something for everybody. 

Don’t miss this ultimate nuclear energy conference, designed for the leaders and change-makers of today and the workforce of tomorrow. The cost of registration is increasing on July 31st, so save money by registering today