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W13 Approaches for Addressing Evolving External Hazards in Nuclear Power
The nuclear industry plays a vital role in providing reliable baseload energy to support a sustainable and resilient energy future. As external hazards continue to evolve, it is essential to assess and adapt plant safety measures and design considerations. This panel discussion explores approaches for addressing these evolving hazards, featuring insights from experts within the NRC, perspectives from the nuclear industry on hazard management strategies, and international viewpoints on global challenges and future preparedness.
SESSION CHAIR(S):
- Joseph Kanney, Hydrologist, Fire and External Hazards Analysis Branch, Division of Risk Analysis, RES/NRC
SPEAKER(S):
- Joseph Kanney, Hydrologist, Fire and External Hazards Analysis Branch, Division of Risk Analysis, RES/NRC
- Kevin Quinlan, Senior Meteorologist, External Hazards Branch, Division of Engineering and External Hazards, RES/NRC
- Paolo Contri, Head, External Events Safety Section, International Atomic Energy Agency
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Approaches for Addressing Evolving External Hazards in Nuclear Power from UAE PerspectiveSara Rashad Al Saadi, Nuclear Safety Director, Federal Authority for Nulcear Regulation
- Robert Choromokos, Project Manager, Electric Power Research Institute
- Ruby Leung, Battelle Fellow, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
SESSION COORDINATOR(S):
- Kevin Quinlan, Senior Meteorologist, External Hazards Branch, Division of Engineering and External Hazards, RES/NRC e-mail: Kevin.Quinlan@nrc.gov
Page Last Reviewed/Updated Thursday, August 27, 2026
Page Last Reviewed/Updated Thursday, August 27, 2026