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WANO warns export controls are impacting its work
WANO warns export controls are impacting its work
The World Association of Nuclear Operators announced today it is encouraging governments worldwide to ensure that national export control laws do not adversely affect its ability to maximise the safe operation of commercial nuclear power plants.
Regulation & Safety · Thursday, 28 March 2019
WANO to open branch office in China
WANO to open branch office in China
Members of the World Association of Nuclear Operators have voted to establish a new branch office and support centre in Shanghai, China. The London-headquartered organisation already has regional centres in Atlanta, Moscow, Paris and Tokyo.
Corporate · Monday, 25 February 2019
Foratom highlights role of nuclear in meeting EU's target
Foratom highlights role of nuclear in meeting EU's target
Nuclear energy can help the European Union achieve a sustainable and low-carbon future while providing people with reliable and affordable electricity, Foratom - the European nuclear trade body - says in a new position paper.
Energy & Environment · Tuesday, 12 February 2019
Choose nuclear, Korsnick tells US energy forum
Choose nuclear, Korsnick tells US energy forum
Solving the USA's energy and climate challenges is more complex than replacing carbon-emitting sources with intermittent renewables, Nuclear Energy Institute president Maria Korsnick told the US Energy Association's 15th State of the Energy Industry Forum earlier this week.
Nuclear Policies · Thursday, 31 January 2019
EU needs nuclear to meet emissions target, report concludes
EU needs nuclear to meet emissions target, report concludes
Nuclear must continue to account for at least one-quarter of the European Union's energy mix if the region is to meet its 2050 emission targets, a report commissioned by Foratom has concluded.
Energy & Environment · Thursday, 22 November 2018
Poland ready for nuclear energy, says minister
Poland ready for nuclear energy, says minister
In order to meet increasing energy demand while meeting climate targets, coal-dependent Poland needs to introduce new sources of energy. This, says the country's energy minister, Kryzstof Tchórzewski, opens the opportunity to introduce emissions-free nuclear energy.
Nuclear Policies · Wednesday, 21 November 2018
Conference: Nuclear growth relies on good policies
Conference: Nuclear growth relies on good policies
Political support for nuclear power is crucial if this proven, sustainable and zero-carbon source of electricity is to play its part among other clean energy technologies in the fight against climate change. This was the message of ministers and industry leaders at UNECE’s 9th International Forum on Energy for Sustainable Development.
Podcasts & Features · Friday, 16 November 2018
Investment needed to maintain nuclear's key role, says IEA
Investment needed to maintain nuclear's key role, says IEA
A lack of investment in extending the operating periods of existing reactors and the construction of new ones could have "major implications" for the security of electricity supply and achieving environmental targets, the International Energy Agency (IEA) has warned.
Energy & Environment · Tuesday, 13 November 2018
Study quantifies job creation in the nuclear sector
Study quantifies job creation in the nuclear sector
A study on the employment generated by the nuclear energy industry has been published by the OECD Nuclear Energy Agency and the International Atomic Energy Agency. Some 200,000 job-years of employment are created by each gigawatt of nuclear capacity constructed, it suggests.
New Nuclear · Friday, 26 October 2018
Harmony: From initiative to reality
Harmony: From initiative to reality
Nuclear industry leaders today outlined the concrete steps they are taking to help reach the goal of the Harmony initiative - to achieve a 25% share of world electricity production by 2050 through the addition of 1000 GWe of new capacity.
Energy & Environment · Thursday, 6 September 2018
Making the case for nuclear in South Africa
Making the case for nuclear in South Africa
The Nuclear Industry Association of South Africa has said it will make the case for the inclusion of nuclear in the country's energy mix following the release earlier this week of an updated Integrated Resource Policy which sees no increase in nuclear capacity.
 
Nuclear Policies · Friday, 31 August 2018
WANO member support missions achieve record
WANO member support missions achieve record
The World Association of Nuclear Operators delivered a record number of member support missions last year. Such missions enable WANO members to assist each other in improving safety or reliability at a plant.
Regulation & Safety · Friday, 27 July 2018
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