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Public meetings on nuclear energy happening this week in McCracken County

The public is invited to two community meetings this week for McCracken County residents to provide information and discussion on several topics related to nuclear energy.

The meetings will be held at the Paducah-McCracken County Convention and Expo Center on Thursday from 5:30 to 7:30 pm, and on Friday from 8 to 10 am.

The featured speaker for the events will be Kara Colton. Colton, from the Energy Communities Alliance, who serves as their Director of Nuclear Energy Programs. The Alliance works with communities on the latest policies and information regarding DOE priorities, constituent concerns, plus economic development, regulatory, and environmental concerns. Colton will replace Dr. Patrick White, who had to drop out.  

Colton’s presentation will include information on advanced nuclear energy technologies; the siting, regulation, and oversight of nuclear facilities; the nuclear energy ecosystem and supply chain; the potential role and benefits of nuclear energy development for communities; and what it means to be designated as a Nuclear-Ready Community.

McCracken County Judge Executive Craig Clymer and Paducah Mayor George Bray will provide opening remarks. Time will also be allocated for public comments.

The meetings are being held as part of the process for a community to obtain state designation as a Nuclear-Ready Community through the Kentucky Nuclear Energy Development Authority.

 
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