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Division Spotlight
Operations & Power
Members focus on the dissemination of knowledge and information in the area of power reactors with particular application to the production of electric power and process heat. The division sponsors meetings on the coverage of applied nuclear science and engineering as related to power plants, non-power reactors, and other nuclear facilities. It encourages and assists with the dissemination of knowledge pertinent to the safe and efficient operation of nuclear facilities through professional staff development, information exchange, and supporting the generation of viable solutions to current issues.
Meeting Spotlight
2027 ANS Winter Conference and Expo
October 31–November 4, 2027
Washington, DC|The Westin Washington, DC Downtown
Standards Program
The Standards Committee is responsible for the development and maintenance of voluntary consensus standards that address the design, analysis, and operation of components, systems, and facilities related to the application of nuclear science and technology. Find out What’s New, check out the Standards Store, or Get Involved today!
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Disney World should have gone nuclear
There is extra significance to the American Nuclear Society holding its annual meeting in Orlando, Florida, this past week. That’s because in 1967, the state of Florida passed a law allowing Disney World to build a nuclear power plant.
August 10–13, 2014
Cost-Effective Excellence
Amelia Island, FL|Omni Amelia Island Plantation
ANS has secured additional guest rooms at the Amelia Hotel at the Beach! Reservations can be made online at Amelia Hotel at The Beach or via phone by calling 904-206-5600. You must provide the promotion code of UTWC to get the Utility Working Conference rate. ***** As of 7/15/14 - Please contact the Omni Amelia Island, 904-261-6161, to make your reservation. Reservations are made based upon availability.********* Omni Amelia Island Plantation, located at 39 Beach Lagoon, Amelia Island, Florida 32034, is the location for the 2014 Utility Working Conference & Vendor Technology Expo, where all meeting activities and technical sessions will be held. The special room rate for the meeting is: $155.00/per night (single / double rate). Reservations can be made online at Omni Amelia Island Plantation or via phone by calling: 888-261-6161. Attendees must identify themselves as part of the American Nuclear Society to receive the group rate.
Co-General Chairs:
Timothy Rausch (Senior VP and Chief Nuclear Officer, PPL Susquehanna, LLC)
Thomas P. Joyce (President and Chief Nuclear Officer, PSEG Nuclear)
Program Chair:
William Bishop (General Manager, Maintenance, PPL Susquehanna, LLC)
Assistant Program Chairs:
Marilyn Kray (Vice President, Exelon Partners, LLC)
Thomas Remick (Transient Analysis Section Leader, Arizona Public Service)
