<body><div>JACKSON, Tenn. (WBBJ) - Nuclear energy is expanding across Tennessee and leaders say West Tennessee could play a role in that growth.Jackson State Community College hosted the West Tennessee Nuclear Summit Wednesday, bringing together industry and education leaders to discuss the workforce needed to support the industry.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=27GZy9_1FfAaP1D00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=27GZy9_1FfAaP1D00" width="1300" height="730" ><figcaption>West Tennessee Nuclear Summit held at Jackson State Community College. (Gray News)</figcaption></figure>Officials say that workforce goes beyond nuclear engineers. They say there will be a need for electricians, welders, pipefitters, crane operators, truck drivers, diesel mechanics, logistics workers and more.“To build out the nuclear supply chain, communities like Jackson can be a part of that by working with our community colleges our TACT’s to train up individuals who can work for companies who supply the companies that build the nuclear reactors that are going to be built, not only here in Tennessee, but all over the country,” said Kyle Spurgeon, president and CEO of the Greater Jackson Chamber. Officials say the college may not need a nuclear specific program, but its existing programs in areas like maintenance technology, logistics and transportation can help prepare students for those careers.Leaders also say West Tennessee’s existing manufacturing and logistics industries could become part of the nuclear supply chain. The goal is to make sure local workers and businesses are prepared as the nuclear industry continues to grow across Tennessee.</div></body>

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JACKSON, Tenn. (WBBJ) - Nuclear energy is expanding across Tennessee and leaders say West Tennessee could play a role in that growth. Jackson State Community College hosted the West Tennessee Nuclear Summit Wednesday, bringing together industry and education leaders to discuss the workforce needed to support the industry. Officials say...

Jackson State hosts nuclear summit to discuss West Tennessee workforce needs

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JACKSON, Tenn. (WBBJ) - Nuclear energy is expanding across Tennessee and leaders say West Tennessee could play a role in that growth. Jackson State Communi

Jackson State hosts nuclear summit to discuss West Tennessee workforce needs

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