RPI Student Section of the American Nuclear Society MANE/ANSCONF RPI – th St. Troy, NY One-Day Symposium on Economics in the Nuclear Industry Hosted by the Northeastern New York Section of the American Nuclear Society March 30, 2006 Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) Heffner Alumni House 1301 Peoples Avenue Troy, New York An Invitation to Economics in the Nuclear Industry It is our pleasure to extend an invitation for you to attend a one-day symposium on Economics in the Nuclear Industry. The purpose of this symposium is to bring together the economic and financialviewpoints from both the government agencies andthe commercial nuclear industry. Recent changes inthe economic landscape of the energy industry haverejuvenated interest in nuclear power. In light of theEnergy Policy Act of 2005, tax credits, loanguarantees, and risk insurance have createdadditional excitement and anticipation for theconstruction of new reactors. The economicfeasibility of the Next Generation Nuclear PlantProject and the Advanced Fuel Cycle Initiative haveestablished prospective foundations for the future ofnuclear power. Speakers and panelists willdeliberate on the economic benefits and challengesfacing the nuclear industry.The symposium is being held prior to the 2006 ANSStudent Conference hosted by RensselaerPolytechnic Institute. Space for students is limitedwith priority given to professionals attending.Come and be energized, renew enthusiasm, and be apart of the building of the future of the nuclearindustry. We look forward to seeing you there! Tristan M Schaefer Michael S. WhiteGeneral Co-Chair A N $

General Information A one-day symposium on Economics in theNuclear Industry is on Thursday March in Troy, NY. This symposiumimmediately precedes the ANS StudentConference at Rensselaer PolytechnicInstitute General Chairs: Program Chairs: Mike White John Fish Tristan Schaefer Brian AvilesTim Donovan Vendor Contact: Hiep For more information: Web: Key Dates Early Registration January 31, 2006 Rensselaer Hotel Reservation February 28, 2006 Franklin Square Inn Reservation March 8, 2006 Registration March 15, 2006 Symposium March 30, 2006 Symposium Overview RPI Heffner Alumni House 1301 Peoples Avenue Troy, New York Thursday Morning: Government and Academic Viewpoints on Nuclear Economics Lunch: Lunch will be held in a separate vendor room “Buffet Style” with exhibits related to the Nuclear Energy Industry. (Potential vendors, see contact information.) Thursday Afternoon: The Industrial and Commercial Side of Economics in the Nuclear Industry Confirmed Speakers Include: Dan R. Keuter, Vice President Nuclear Business Development, Entergy Nuclear Eugene S. Grecheck, Vice President Nuclear Support Services, Dominion Energy John Stamos, Special Assistant for Nuclear Power Economic Analysis, Washington, DC Special Events The ANS Student Conference, Nuclear Power: A Look at the Future will be held immediately following this SymposiumStarting March 30th to April 1st. Go tohttp://ans.union.rpi.edu/Conference/ for more information. First Name, Middle Initial: Telephone: Last Name: Job Title: Country: Street Address: Company or Home City, State, Zip:Register early and save money, space is limited! Make checks payable to MANE/ANSCONF. Student registration - $20After March 15, 2006 register online at only. Applications willnot be accepted after this date. Registration Economics in the Nuclear Industry Thursday March 30, 2006 Register online at Or mail this completed form to: MANE/ANSCONF RPI – 5049 JEC110 8th St.Troy, NY The local ANS section has obtained a reduced rate at two hotels less than a mile from the Symposium location. Mention the ANS Symposium to get the special rate. The Rensselaer Inn, $70-$75 Room Rate Guaranteed until The Franklin Square Inn $90 Room Rate Guaranteed until Make reservations early, space is limited!