Reviving Nuclear: How Palisades Set a New Benchmark for U.S. Energy Resilience

January 20, 2026
Exhibit Hall Booth 3220
Nuclear Zone

Join Patrick O’Brien of Holtec and Chris Ferraro of Siemens Energy for an inside look at the groundbreaking Palisades project—the first transformation of a U.S. nuclear plant from decommissioned to recommissioned status. This session will explore the technical, regulatory and collaborative milestones that made this historic achievement possible, and how it’s shaping the future of reliable, carbon-free energy to meet growing demand. Learn what it takes to turn a shutdown facility into a cornerstone of energy security and what this means for the next generation of nuclear innovation.

Nuclear Zone Sponsored by Westinghouse 

Speakers
Patrick O'Brien
Patrick O'Brien, Director of Government Affairs and Communications - Holtec International
Chris Ferraro
Chris Ferraro, Vice President, Nuclear Sales for North America - SIEMENS ENERGY, INC.