PR.com<\/a>)–\u00a0The inaugural Texas Nuclear Summit, taking place Monday, November 18 and Tuesday, November 19 in downtown Austin, just minutes from the State Capitol Building, brough together leaders from the nuclear industry, government, academia, business, and energy sectors to chart a bold course for Texas\u2019 future in nuclear power. Themed \u201cTime to Build,\u201d the Summit underscored the urgent need for innovation, investment, and policy leadership to position Texas as the global hub for nuclear energy.<\/p>\nKeynote addresses by former U.S. Energy Secretaries Hon. Ernie Moniz and Hon. Rick Perry, alongside expert panels and fireside chats with industry and government leaders, delved into advanced nuclear technologies, grid reliability, economic opportunity, the important issues of fuel, water, and synergies with other sectors such as oil and gas, market dynamics, state and federal regulatory considerations, and advocacy and public relations \u2013 all sharing one common theme: Texas\u2019 unique ability to drive energy solutions.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe importance of nuclear energy to the state\u2019s future energy needs and for the continuation of the Texas Miracle cannot be overstated,\u201d said Reed Clay, President of the Texas Nuclear Alliance. \u201cTexas has a unique opportunity to assert its leadership in nuclear innovation and development \u2013 and all that comes with this, from the fuel supply, to the supply chain, to workforce and education, to resiliency and reliability \u2013 and that was clearly on display this week. The Texas Nuclear Summit brought together the leaders of the nuclear industry\u2019s resurgence in Texas, and that, coupled with our state\u2019s leadership on the issue from Governor Abbott and PUC Commissioner Glotfelty, has laid the groundwork for this pivotal moment and Texas\u2019 immense, unmatched nuclear potential to chart a bold path forward.\u201d<\/p>\n
Highlights from the Summit:<\/p>\n
Texas\u2019 Competitive Advantage: Industry leaders emphasized Texas\u2019 unique strengths, including its deregulated energy market, thriving industrial base, and advanced research institutions.<\/p>\n
Policy and Innovation: Leaders explored upcoming initiatives to streamline permitting, incentivize nuclear projects, and advance the development of both traditional large-scale nuclear and Small Modular Reactors (SMRs). Discussions emphasized leveraging nuclear innovation to address Texas\u2019 biggest challenges, including water scarcity, growing energy demand, and maritime needs.<\/p>\n
Grassroots Engagement: Panelists emphasized the importance of connecting with local communities to build trust, educate on nuclear benefits, and rally public support for nuclear energy projects.<\/p>\n
A Call to Action: Across panels, speakers championed the theme of urgency, highlighting the need for immediate action to ensure Texas leads in the global energy race.<\/p>\n
\u201cTime to Build\u201d<\/p>\n
From cutting-edge technologies to re-licensing existing plants, the Summit stressed the importance of building both infrastructure and public trust. Speakers highlighted the global competition in nuclear energy, with rapid advancements across the globe underscoring the urgency for Texas\u2014and the U.S.\u2014to maintain leadership.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs Texans, we know how to build big, bold solutions,\u201d concluded Clay. \u201cThis is our moment to lead, our chance to act. It\u2019s time to build.\u201d<\/p>\n
About the Texas Nuclear Alliance<\/p>\n
The Texas Nuclear Alliance is the only industry association in Texas dedicated to the advancement of nuclear technology in the state. The Alliance was formed with a singular mission: to make Texas the Nuclear Capital of the World. Formed in 2022 in the aftermath of Winter Storm Uri, which revealed Texas\u2019 overreliance on intermittent energy sources, the Alliance is based on the fundamental premise that if Texas and the world want low-carbon, reliable energy, it can no longer turn its back on nuclear energy. Nuclear is clean, safe, reliable and secure.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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