2026 Nuclear Opportunities Workshop (NOW)

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2026 Nuclear Opportunities Workshop (NOW)

Tuesday, August 4, 2026 8:00 AM - Wednesday, August 5, 2026 5:00 PM (EDT)

Description

NOW is an annual conference focused on the full spectrum of the nuclear ecosystem, bringing together professionals, suppliers, researchers, and students in Tennessee’s Oak Ridge Corridor.

NUCLEAR OPPORTUNITIES WORKSHOP

August 4-5, 2026

Knoxville Convention Center

Tennessee’s Premier Nuclear Industry Gathering

Located in the Oak Ridge Corridor

WHAT IS NOW?

NOW is ETEC's Nuclear Opportunities Workshop, Tennessee’s premier nuclear industry conference focused on all things nuclear: fission, fusion, isotopes, environmental management, AI in nuclear, workforce and more. For the past seven years it has been a place to learn about industry developments, business opportunities, and advancements in research and technologies. Attendees can network and engage with experts from Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and its contractors, as well as a diverse array of small and large private-industry companies showcasing projects and technological capabilities. This includes interaction with students, interns, and postdocs as part of our efforts to grow the future workforce in Tennessee. Plus, there are opportunities for companies and organizations to promote their services during event.

https://www.eteconline.org/now/

ATTENDEE REGISTRATION is NOW OPEN!

ATTENDEE REGISTRATION
Early Registration: March 2 - April 30 - $725
Advanced Registration: May 1 - July 21 - $875
General Registration: July 22 - August 5 - $1,125
Students/Interns/Postdocs: $50 or FREE through a Student Engagement Option (details below)
Travel and lodging information
- Hotels - A block of hotel rooms have been reserved at four adjacent hotels. Booking links are available upon completed conference registration on the confirmation screen and in the confirmation email.

SUPPORTER (EXHIBITOR) REGISTRATION is OPEN!

Supporter Prospectus
Supporter Opportunities webpage
Register as a Supporter/Exhibitor
Member and Non-Member Rates are available for NOW 2026 Supporters this year. Click here to see if you are an ETEC member.

STUDENT REGISTRATION INFO:

Students, Interns & Postdoctoral Researchers may attend the NOW Conference at a significantly reduced rate.

Registration: $50, or
FREE through the Student Engagement Option

Through the Student Engagement Option, students earn free registration by sharing a short video or post on social media highlighting their interest in attending NOW or a current nuclear-related research project.

Student Engagement Option Instructions (to attend NOW for free):

Think of why you want to attend NOW, or about a nuclear-related research project you are working on (please use positive perspectives only).
Create a 30 second video or draft text and find a image portraying your thoughts.
Use the #STUDENTETECNOW2026.
Tag ETEC: @East Tennessee Economic Council (ETEC) on LinkedIn and @easttennesseeeconomiccouncil on Instagram in the post.
Post on LinkedIn or Instagram, copying the URL of the post.
Email Chandra on the ETEC staff to obtain the promo code for free registration.
Register for NOW entering the URL of the post in the student registration form.

Note: This free option is available from March 1 - July 24. If students register after July 24, they will need to pay the $50. This fee may be refunded during the conference by showing proof of a video or post made at or live during the NOW Conference on August 4-5 at the Knoxville Convention Center.