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Former Senator Pete Domenici and the Blue Ribbon Commission on America's Nuclear Future

September 7, 2010, 5:00AMANS Nuclear CafeRod Adams

While attending the Reactor and Fuel Cycle Subcommittee of the Blue Ribbon Commission on America's Nuclear Energy Future, held in Washington on August 30-31, I had the opportunity to become refreshed. Like many Americans, I have recently been disappointed with the performance of many elected officials and people who choose to put political wins over making hard choices and doing the right thing for today and for the future.

Top Honors Awarded During the ANS Utility Working Conference

September 2, 2010, 5:00AMANS Nuclear Cafe

Retired Entergy CEO Mike Kansler

Retired Entergy Nuclear CEO Mike Kansler garnered industry recognition at the 2010 American Nuclear Society's Utility Working Conference on August 9, 2010. Kansler, a 30-year industry veteran who served at Entergy for nearly a dozen years, received the Utility Leadership Award.  Given only to industry leaders, Kansler's achievements in his career earned him this national utility distinction.

Welcome to the ANS Nuclear Cafe

September 1, 2010, 5:00AMANS Nuclear Cafe

ANS President Joe Colvin

As the American Nuclear Society President, I am pleased to welcome you to the ANS Nuclear Cafe.  The Society has opened the ANS Nuclear Cafe to communicate timely information and perspectives on all things nuclear.   This online forum will include ANS member perspectives on a range of nuclear topics and activities, as well as highlight the resources and benefits of the Society to nuclear professionals.