Panel #3: Nuclear’s Present & Future: Fission & Fusion

The global discourse on nuclear power has persisted for over half a century, navigating the complexities of balancing essential baseload generation, economic constraints, sustainability imperatives, and public perceptions. With Illinois generating more of its power load from nuclear than any other state and being home to numerous nuclear facilities, Chicago sits at the heart of nuclear’s landscape.

We are excited to bring panelists’ insights from academic, governmental, technological, and industry perspectives. This discussion will examine the current role of fission technology in power generation and decarbonization efforts, and explore the potential promises of fusion energy.