Located in Washington, D.C., Nuclear Energy Institute was formed from the merger of the Nuclear Utility Management and Resources Council, the United States Council for Energy Awareness, and the American Nuclear Energy Council. With over 130 staff members the company provides services to ensure the formation of policies that promote the beneficial uses of nuclear energy and technologies. The company is governed by more than 45 boards of directors that include members from nuclear utilities, plant designers, engineering firms and fuel cycle companies. The company provides a forum to resolve technical and business issues for the industry. It also provides information on the nuclear industry to members, policymakers, media and the public. Nuclear Energy Institute serves industries, including food processing and agricultural applications, uranium mining and processing, nuclear fuel and radioactive materials manufacturing.