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Native Nuclear is a new Native-led, Native-serving 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to empowering indigenous communities through energy education, workforce development, and environmental stewardship. We believe in the power of tribal sovereignty and equitable access to sustainable energy, working to bridge the gap between Native peoples and the nuclear industry. Through STEM-focused initiatives and strategic partnerships, we create pathways for Native representation in energy careers while fostering a deeper understanding of nuclear power’s role in a sustainable future.
Missed our last workshop? No need to worry! Join us online tomorrow, October 25, from 10am-12pm PST to learn about the DOE's Collaboration-Based Siting project and discover why we engage with tribal communities across the nation to share this initiative ⚛️
Can't make it then? Our FINAL community webinar will be held on Tuesday, October 28th, from 4pm-6pm PST! We can't wait to see you there ⚡️
#energy#nuclear#NativeNuclear#sustainabilityNorth Carolina State UniversityMothers for Nuclear
Join us this week for a national online workshop on the future of America’s nuclear waste and the new plan with Collaboration-Based Siting.
Native Nuclear, North Carolina State University, and Mothers for Nuclear are hosting a two-hour virtual session open to the U.S. public.
Over the past two years, our teams have led listening sessions and community dialogues across the country. Now we’re concluding this phase of the effort with a series of online workshops to share updates on the status of U.S. used nuclear fuel, hear firsthand perspectives from Native Nuclear and Mothers for Nuclear, learn from NC State researchers about radiation risk in context, and provide public feedback to share with the U.S. Department of Energy.
Workshop Dates
Wednesday October 22, 2025 | 4–6 PM PST https://lnkd.in/gvZVfDjx
Saturday October 25, 2025 | 10 AM–12 PM PST https://lnkd.in/gFjzKDim
Tuesday October 28, 2025 | 4–6 PM PST https://lnkd.in/gS4dQA8M
If you missed our in-person events, this is your chance to join the conversation. Please share with friends, family, and colleagues who care about the future of clean energy and responsible stewardship.
Our new 80-second video is now live. Thank you to Self Brand Studio for capturing our perspecitives and highlighting the many people involved in this effort. The full four-minute version will premiere during this weekend’s workshops. A special thanks to the community around San Onofre for joining us and volunteering their public feedback.
Grateful for everyone contributing to this effort, especially Scott R. Lathrop, Heather Hoff, Robert Hayes and Lisa Marshall for their leadership and dedication in guiding our consortium.
Working with this team has taught me that progress in energy and the environment is achieved through building trust, spending time together, and truly hearing one another are the only ways we can make the best decisions for the next seven generations. To go fast, we must first go slow, building new relationships and using knowledge to overcome fear.
Registration and polling participation are required to contribute public feedback to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)
REMINDER to sign up for our Used Nuclear Fuel Webinar happening THIS WEDNESDAY! We'll discuss the storage of used nuclear fuel and outline how it involves community engagement and tribal futures.
Grab your dinner and meet us online to chat with community leaders, tribal professionals, and nuclear scientists about the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)'s Collaboration-Based Siting initiative ⚛️
#nuclear#nuclearenergy#NativeNuclear#energy#indigenous#native
Such a great day for tribal nations! Thank you DISA for your continued action to support communities through uranium remediation. Keep up the great work!
#Remediation#NuclearEnergy#NativeNuclear ⚛️
𝐀 𝐡𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐮𝐦 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲.
Last week, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) issued Disa Technologies, Inc. the first-ever Service Provider License (SPL) authorizing the remediation of abandoned uranium mine waste across the western United States.
This landmark decision marks a new era in environmental cleanup — one that enables faster, safer, and more cost-effective remediation of legacy uranium sites, while recycling valuable uranium for America’s nuclear fuel supply chain.
We’re deeply grateful to NRC Chairman David Wright and Commissioners Bradley Crowell and Matthew Marzano for their leadership, and to Senators Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) and Mark Kelly (D-AZ) for their bipartisan commitment to innovation, energy security and environmental remediation
Special thanks to Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren, EdD, MBA and the Navajo Nation Environmental Protection Agency for their partnership and vision — proving that federal, tribal and private collaboration can turn long-standing challenges into shared progress.
We’re also thankful for the strong engagement of stakeholders who supported this effort, including ClearPath Action, Good Energy Collective,Third Way, Nuclear Innovation Alliance, The Breakthrough Institute, Native Nuclear, Generation Atomic, and many others across the environmental, energy, and community sectors.
As noted by World Nuclear News, this is a “landmark for U.S. uranium remediation” — and just the beginning.
Read more: https://lnkd.in/e2gtFSUd#Uranium#Remediation#NuclearEnergy#Innovation#EnergySecurity#NavajoNation#DISATechnologies
On Indigenous Peoples’ Day we encourage you to honor and remember the history of Native peoples, but also by recognizing Indigenous leadership today and moving forward. yak tityu tityu yak tiłhini Northern Chumash Tribe continues to lead efforts to protect and restore our homelands through stewardship, cultural revitalization, and land return.
⚛️ New video drop!
Native Nuclear is proud to share our new video detailing the Collaboration-Based Siting process for used nuclear fuel—a community-led approach to finding long-term storage solutions through partnership, transparency, and community dialogue. This video highlights how collaborative siting differs from past approaches and why it matters for Native and local communities alike.
We’re continuing the conversation through three webinars with our partners at North Carolina State University and Mothers for Nuclear on October 22nd, 25th, and 28th.
Together, we’re shaping a more inclusive future for nuclear energy and environmental stewardship.
#NativeNuclear#NuclearEnergy#TribalSovereignty#IndigenousPeoplesDay#CleanEnergy
Jessika Hernandez had some amazing moments at the AISES National Conference last week representing Native Nuclear ⚛️ Find her takeaways below:
I had an incredible experience last week at the 2025 AISES National Conference in Minneapolis!
The convention center was full of energy and the power of Indigenous innovation, culture, and community coming together to shape the future of STEM. I made so many new connections with professionals and students from around the country, and I learned so much from the various organizations at the College & Career Fair and the networking mixer. I also shared the mission of Native Nuclear and had several talks about nuclear energy (y’all know how I love to educate and encourage questions 😆).
Every session and every connection reminds me why representation and inclusion in STEM matters so deeply. Whether it’s inspiring the next generation of Native leaders, exploring cutting-edge research, or celebrating traditions that ground us... AISES is where culture meets innovation. 🏆
I left the conference more energized than ever, proud of the brilliance within our communities, and excited to keep building pathways for Indigenous excellence in STEM, as well as the future nuclear energy workforce!
#AISESNC25#NativesInSTEM#GoPlacesWithAISES#WeAreAISES
⚛️ Native Nuclear is growing, and we’re looking for leaders to join our Board of Directors!
Native Nuclear is a California-based nonprofit dedicated to empowering Native voices, advancing environmental stewardship, and creating equitable access to the nuclear energy industry. Our Board of Directors plays a vital role in guiding the mission, strategy, and partnerships that drive our work.
We’re seeking individuals who are passionate about:
- Indigenous leadership & community engagement
- Energy policy & sustainable technologies (including nuclear)
- Nonprofit governance, education, or workforce development
Commitment includes monthly Zoom meetings (1 hour) and up to 3 in-person gatherings per year (travel covered). This is a volunteer governance role with meaningful impact.
If you’re ready to help shape the future of Native inclusion in energy, we’d love to hear from you. Apply or learn more: https://lnkd.in/gdxTCUCE#BoardofDirectors#NativeNuclear#NuclearEnergy#Sustainability#Leadership#EnvironmentalJustice
