The United States Space Nuclear Policy Summit took place on October 4, 2024 at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C.

The commercial space sector and supporting industries require clarity and guidance from regulators in order to successfully press forward with the development and use of nuclear energy in space. While certain pathways and policies exist for U.S. government programs, there is no such parallel for the commercial space sector. At this event, presenters and panelists discussed:

• Who provides safety reviews and how much will they cost?
• Will the government indemnify nuclear spacecraft and payloads?
• Will insurers cover nuclear missions? 
• What are the implications for government/commercial hybrid missions?

See the impressive list of speakers and panelists below