
Learn About Us
Discover our mission, values, and the unique role we play in promoting safety and reliability across the global nuclear power industry
Who are we?
Promoting the highest levels of safety and reliability - promoting excellence - in the operation of commercial nuclear power plants
INPO’s members include utilities operating commercial nuclear plants in North America, China, Romania, South Africa and UAE. We also serve traditional and advanced reactor manufacturers and architectural, engineering and construction firms.
In nuclear energy production, safety is non-negotiable 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. Through integrated programs and expert services adaptable to any operating model, scale or technology, INPO helps members identify and address risk, develop proficient, resilient, engaged teams capable of starting up and operate nuclear reactors safely and reliably.
INPO strives to shape and serve a united nuclear industry and enable members’ success. We invite you to join our mission!
INPO is unique because no other organization in the world — be it private, public, governmental, for-profit, or non-profit — does what we do. For more than 45 years, INPO has focused on a clear mission:
Our annual report
The 2024 INPO Annual Report — Achieving A Sustainable Future — highlights our industry's 2024 performance and features an overview of INPO's key accomplishments.
In their Annual Report executive letter, Jeffrey J. Lyash, INPO 2024 Board of Directors Chairman, and Bob Willard, INPO President and CEO, write, “As we reflect on 2024, consider for a moment where we stand in our nuclear industry’s history. The United States still possesses the largest national nuclear industry in the world, with 21 companies, 55 stations and 95 units.” Read the 2024 and 2023 INPO Annual Report below.

Learn more about Our Story, Values, and the Leaders Who Inspire Us
History
From Three Mile Island to Leading Global Nuclear Safety and Reliability Initiatives
Core Values
Understand the principles that define INPO and commitment to Excellence in Nuclear Operations
Leadership
Meet the Visionaries Behind Our Mission to Promote Safety and Reliability in Nuclear Operations