Discover our mission, values and the unique role we play in promoting safety and reliability in the nuclear power industry

Member Services

The Value of Membership

In nuclear energy production, safety is nonnegotiable and public trust is paramount. As the world’s trusted authority on nuclear safety and reliability for more than 45 years, the Institute of Nuclear Power Operations gives members the support they need to achieve exemplary results in a high-performing, high-stakes industry where the reputation of one affects the reputation of many.

INPO offers integrated programs and expert services that are adaptable to any operating model, scale, or technology, helping members identify and address risk. INPO also assists members in developing proficient, resilient and engaged teams capable of starting and operating nuclear reactors safely and reliably.

Supplier participants

Operating commercial reactors

Utilities

Our members

Membership in INPO means being part of a global community of nuclear leaders and subject matter experts who are committed to learning from each other, achieving common goals, and striving for excellence. Members help shape industry standards and focus areas and have access to member-only resources, events and forums. This collaborative environment fosters continuous improvement and learning, ensuring that members are always at the forefront of industry advancements and best practices.

INPO supports members in building and sustaining operational excellence from license issuance and nuclear construction to commercial operations and throughout the life of the plant. Our members include utilities operating commercial nuclear plants in North America, China, Romania, South Africa and UAE. INPO’s established expertise is based on a vast amount of accumulated knowledge and experience from across the industry, spanning decades of collective learning.

Services we provide

In the high-stakes world of nuclear energy production, safety and reliability are paramount. INPO offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to support our members in achieving operational excellence. From setting industry standards to providing hands-on assistance and world-class training, INPO is committed to helping our members navigate the complexities of nuclear operations with confidence and expertise. Explore the range of services we offer to see how INPO can support your organization in maintaining the highest standards of safety and performance.

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World class teaching and learning:

Through NANT, INPO offers leadership development and accredited training that prepares plant staff and leaders to meet current and future challenges. This ensures compliance with NRC rules and gives members confidence in the quality of their training programs.

Shared operating data and advanced analytics:

INPO maintains the industry’s largest repository of operating experience data, analyzed by data scientists to uncover relevant trends. Proprietary technologies and decades of experience help members learn from each other and proactively address issues before they escalate.

Drive improvement and address gaps:

INPO’s team-based approach promotes continuous improvement by using member-contributed data to identify opportunities, drivers, and solutions. Peer reviews and confidential assessments provide benchmarking insights and a clear view of strengths, gaps, and blind spots.

A global community:

Membership in INPO means joining a global community of nuclear leaders and experts committed to learning from each other and striving for excellence. Members help shape industry standards and benefit from exclusive access to resources, events, and forums through INPO’s central coordinating function.

Clear guidance from the definitive source:

INPO collaborates with members to set clear industry standards for safety and reliability, and to define best practices. By agreeing to implement these standards and share lessons learned, members can focus on high-impact areas and ensure they meet or exceed regulatory and insurance requirements.

Hands-on assistance and unwavering support:

Members receive tailored support from experienced team leads who coordinate experts and resources to meet each member’s unique needs. This hands-on assistance helps close operational or leadership gaps, target high-risk areas, and implement best practices.

FAQs and Resources

  • INPO is a non-profit organization that has maintained the same foundational mission since it was formed in 1979: “To promote the highest level of safety and reliability in the operation of commercial nuclear power plants”. After the accident at Three Mile Island, the Carter administration formed the Kemeny Commission to investigate the incident and to provide recommendations for operational changes at nuclear power plants. INPO was formally established in December 1979, in response to the commission’s recommendations. INPO was tasked with monitoring and evaluating appropriate safety standards — including those for management, quality assurance, and operating procedures and practices at nuclear facilities. For more information, view the Who We Are section.

  • INPO supports over 20 utilities through integrated performance monitoring, member support missions training accreditation and peer reviews.

  • The world of “new nuclear” and advanced reactor development holds great opportunity. At the same time, it carries potential risk and profound responsibility for owners and operators. As you work to get new ideas and new projects off the ground, you need assurance that you’re developing an organization that is ready to start up and operate safely, that your plant design will meet expectations for reliability and resilience, and that you’re leveraging industry best practices and lessons learned each step of the way. As the world’s trusted authority on nuclear safety and reliability for more than 45 years, the Institute of Nuclear Power Operations gives members the support they need to achieve exemplary results.

  • The World Association of Nuclear Operators (WANO) is a non-profit organization established in May 1989 with a vision to be worldwide leaders in pursuing excellence in operational nuclear safety for commercial nuclear power. WANO unites every company and country in the world that has not only an operating commercial nuclear power plant but new units under construction to achieve the highest possible standards of nuclear safety.

    While WANO works directly with its members, the organization is not a regulatory body, does not advocate for, or on behalf of, the nuclear industry and does not advise companies on issues such as initial reactor design selection. With safety as the only goal, WANO helps its members, the operators of nuclear power plants, communicate effectively and share information openly. WANO works to assess, benchmark and improve performance through mutual support and exchange of information and best practices. INPO operates WANO’s Atlanta Center and is a member of WANO.

  • We collaborate with domestic and international organizations to monitor trends, set operating standards, and share best practices to continually foster safety and reliability across the entire nuclear worldwide industry. Visit the Partnerships page to learn more about our partners.

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