Nuclear Energy in the Midwest

America’s Smartland Series

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.

America’s Smartland Summit: Nuclear Energy In the Midwest
In-Person Summit

February 11-12, 2026
Washington, DC

Registration is now open for the MGA Nuclear Energy Summit, taking place February 11–12 in Washington, DC at the Nuclear Energy Institute Headquarters (1201 F St. NW), conveniently located near Metro Center.

If you’re already coming to Washington, DC for NARUC, we’ve intentionally timed this summit to allow you to attend both—making 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’s role in energy security and dominance, advanced nuclear technologies, workforce development and community engagement, and the evolving regulatory landscape
for new nuclear development.

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Upcoming Events & Webinars

27 January 2026

America’s Smartland Series: What About the Waste?

This webinar will address lingering questions about commercial nuclear waste, including: the basics about how it is produced and stored—and in some cases, stranded—at nuclear power plants across the Midwest; […]

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11 February 2026

America’s Smartland Summit: Nuclear Energy In the Midwest

Registration is now open for the MGA Nuclear Energy Summit, taking place February 11–12 in Washington, DC at the Nuclear Energy Institute Headquarters (1201 F St. NW), conveniently located near Metro […]

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Past Events & Webinars

13 January 2026

America’s Smartland Series: State Policy Makers’ Role in Nuclear Energy & Load Growth

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 […]

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18 December 2025

America’s Smartland Series: The Role SMRs and New Technology

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 […]

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09 December 2025

America’s Smartland Series: Siting Nuclear Energy

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 […]

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18 November 2025

America’s Smartland: The State of Nuclear Energy in the Midwest

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: […]

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