NUCLEAR ENERGY
TURNS THE WORLD
At a defining moment for nuclear energy, the World Nuclear Congress brings together U.S. and international leaders to build trusted partnerships, connect policy with practical experience, and accelerate responsible nuclear deployment.
World Nuclear Congress
The Independent U.S. Forum for International Partnerships
January 19 - 20, 2027
Hosted By Congressional Energy Engagement
Venue: University of Tennessee Knoxville
About the World Nuclear Congress
The World Nuclear Congress (WNC) is an independent U.S.-based international leadership forum where U.S. and international leaders come together to build trusted partnerships, connect national and allied priorities with global experience, and accelerate nuclear policy, innovation, investment, and deployment at this defining moment for nuclear energy.
SET APART FROM THE USUAL CONFERENCE FORMAT
Through carefully curated, high-impact sessions, Executive Engagement Sessions, and dedicated time for collaboration, delegates hear from world-class experts while building relationships and creating opportunities that extend beyond the Congress itself.
CONVENED BY CONGRESSIONAL ENERGY ENGAGEMENT
WNC brings together senior leaders and decision-makers from government, industry, academia, national laboratories, utilities, investors, and allied nations at a pivotal time when nuclear energy is central to economic growth, energy security, and global stability.
HOSTED IN TENNESSEE
Hosted in Tennessee - the nation's leading nuclear ecosystem and one of five chosen U.S. DOE MOU Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campuses - WNC brings the world to a region where innovation, research, education, advanced manufacturing, fuel-cycle capability, and public-private collaboration are shaping America's nuclear future. In 1982, Knoxville hosted the World’s Fair using the theme “Energy Turns the World.” We’re bringing the spirit of 1982 back to Knoxville to prove that “Nuclear Energy Turns the World.”
Join us in shaping the next chapter of global nuclear leadership—through collaboration, partnership, and shared purpose.
Why Attend
The World Nuclear Congress is designed for leaders who value meaningful exchange and forward momentum. Attendees participate in substantive conversations that connect policy with deployment, innovation with readiness, and national priorities with global partnership—creating opportunities to build relationships, gain perspective, and contribute to outcomes that extend well beyond the Congress itself.
Helpful Information
The World Nuclear Congress brings together industry leaders, policymakers, scientists, and innovators from around the world to discuss the future of nuclear energy, sustainability, and global energy security.
"Working together today for a more secure and prosperous tomorrow."
Event Dates
Coming January 2027
Join us for the opening reception followed by a full day of curated programs, meaningful engagement and innovation.
Location
University of Tennessee – 1502 Cumberland Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37916
Student Union Building. Hosted by CEE at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
Who Attends
Global and State Leaders
Senior leaders, government officials, allied nations and embassy representatives, industry executives, U.S. National Laboratories, developers, educational institutions and more.
What to Expect
Registration
Registration is NOW OPEN. Seats are limited. Early registration and sponsorship encouraged.
Hotel Information
WNC is not securing official hotel room blocks or guaranteeing special hotel rates. For information on recommended hotels in the area, please refer to the Eventbrite registration page.
Limited Capacity
WNC debuts as an intimate, high-level gathering intentionally limited to 500 participants - designed for meaningful engagement, exceptional access, and connection.
Sponsorship and Engagement Showcase
Be apart of the World Nuclear Congress. Contact michelle@usceef to secure your sponsorship package today.
What Sets WNC Apart
WNC is intentionally designed to move beyond a sequence of presentations. It creates a setting where serious dialogue, practical experience, and trusted relationships can become partnerships and opportunities.
Where the United States Meets the Nuclear World
High-Impact, Carefully Curated Sessions
Dedicated Executive Engagement Time
Live, Professionally Filmed Leadership Conversations
The 2027 Venue
Host of the 1982 World's Fair, themed "Energy Turns the World." In 2027, the world gathers again: "Nuclear Energy Turns the World."
World Nuclear Congress 2027 Program
At a defining moment for nuclear energy, WNC brings together U.S. and international leaders to build trusted partnerships, connect policy with practical experience, and accelerate responsible nuclear deployment.
International Leadership
Senior voices from government, industry, allied nations, national laboratories, universities, finance, and the nuclear supply chain.
Practical Deployment
Substantive conversations focused on the decisions, capital, fuel, regulation, infrastructure, and partnerships needed to move projects forward.
Meaningful Engagement
Executive Engagement Time, live filmed interviews, a curated Showcase, student spotlights, and intentional opportunities to build trusted relationships.
Who Should Attend?
Government & Diplomacy
Members of Congress, federal and state officials, embassies, allied-nation delegations.
Industry & Utility
Executives, developers, suppliers, utilities, manufacturers, fuel-cycle leaders.
Labs & Academia
National laboratories, universities, researchers, students, workforce leaders.
Capital & Technologies
Investors, development banks, technology companies, data-center and advanced-industry leaders.
Program Highlights
Principal themes now shaping the developing 2027 Congress.
The Global Nuclear Moment
Energy demand, national security, industrial growth, allied cooperation, and global competitiveness have placed nuclear energy at the center of major policy and investment decisions.
From Moment to Deployment
WNC connects the strategic case for nuclear energy with the finance, fuel, regulation, infrastructure, workforce, and relationships required to turn ambition into action.
Bases, Bunkers & Beyond
Why U.S. and allied nuclear leadership is increasingly essential to energy independence, national security, resilience, industrial competitiveness, and economic prosperity.
Allied Cooperation & Global Deployment
Trusted nations can strengthen joint diplomacy, export leadership, supply chains, workforce development, and practical pathways from civil-nuclear cooperation to deployment.
Finance: Blueprint to Bankable
Development banks, export finance, private capital, government tools, risk reduction, partnerships, and joint ventures that can move projects from blueprint to bankable.
Fuel Security
HALEU, enrichment, conversion, fabrication, recycling, advanced fuels, Western supply chains, licensing efficiency, and international regulatory cooperation.
Emerging Nuclear
Maritime, space, fusion, and other emerging applications where nuclear can provide reliable, resilient, and scalable energy.
States & Leading Nuclear Ecosystems
How states and regions can become nuclear champions through manufacturing, permitting, universities, laboratories, workforce, supply chains, and international partnerships.
Signature Experiences
The program elements that make WNC more personal, interactive, and enduring.
Featured Speakers
Leaders shaping the Nuclear Future
Tim Burchett
U.S. Representative (TN-02)
U.S. House of Representatives
Hon. Alex Beehler
Attorney Advisor; Former Assistant Secretary of the Army for Installations, Energy and Environment
U.S. Department of Energy
Dr. Kirsten Cutler
Senior Strategist for Nuclear Energy Innovation
U.S. Department of State
James Danley
Deputy Secretary of Energy
U.S. Department of Energy
Aleshia Duncan
Deputy Assistant Secretary for International Cooperation
Office of Nuclear Energy, U.S. Department of Energy
Marla Morales
Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary for Spent Fuel and High-Level Waste
U.S. Department of Energy
Brandon Williams
Under Secretary for Nuclear Security
National Nuclear Security Administration
Secretary Chris Wright
U.S. Secretary of Energy
U.S. Department of Energy
Chuck Fleischmann
U.S. Representative (TN-03) & Chairman, U.S. House Energy and Water Appropriations Subcommittee
U.S. House of Representatives
James E. Risch
U.S. Senator
Idaho
Ted Garrish
Assistant Secretary for Nuclear Energy
U.S. Department of Energy
Joe Hoagland
Associate Lab Director, Fusion & Fission Energy and Science
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
INSIDE THE HILL STUDIO
Inside the Hill Studio is a live, professionally filmed conversation series created and hosted by Michelle Amante-Harstine to bring audiences closer to the people behind the public roles, policy decisions, and leadership moments shaping nuclear energy’s future. Modeled in spirit after the personal, reflective interview style of Inside the Actors Studio, ITHS goes beyond a standard panel or fireside chat. It explores the leadership journey, judgment, relationships, challenges, and defining experiences behind meaningful progress.
Join Us at the World Nuclear Congress
Registration is open. Register now to receive early access rates.
Official registration through the University of Tennessee
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Become a WNC Sponsor
The WNC brings together leaders from government, industry, embassies and allied nations, national laboratories, utilities, academia, and investment. Sponsors help create the setting in which serious dialogue becomes practical collaboration and trusted relationships become durable partnerships.
Visibility
Prominent recognition across WNC communications, onsite materials, program moments, and the digital Congress experience.
Participation
Carefully curated opportunities to introduce, moderate, welcome, or support high-impact program and engagement moments.
Access
Meaningful proximity to senior delegates, speakers, embassies, allied nations, and decision-makers across the nuclear community.
Legacy
Recognition for the organizations whose early leadership helps establish and strengthen WNC for years to come.
Sponsorships at a Glance
Sponsorship reflects alignment with leadership, credibility, and long-term impact—while providing meaningful visibility within a highly trusted U.S.-based international forum.
Founding Legacy Partnership
The highest level of WNC partnership—reserved for two organizations whose leadership and early support help enable the 2027 Congress.
Leadership Partnerships
Three distinct ways to lead at the founding level—each with a clear strategic purpose and meaningful international visibility.
Leadership & International Engagement Partners
High-value opportunities for organizations seeking strong visibility, executive access, and a meaningful role in the Congress.
Inside the Hill Studio Sponsor
Two professionally filmed leadership conversations. Two exclusive Host Sponsor opportunities. Evergreen content that can continue creating value long after the Congress concludes.
Supporting & Congress Experience Sponsors
Highly visible opportunities tied to the moments, delegates experience throughout the Congress.
Community, Delegate & Mobile Experience Support
Accessible sponsorships that strengthen the quality of the delegate experience and broaden participation.
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