Posts with Tag: Nuclear Energy

Expanding Non-Power Peaceful Use Applications of Nuclear Science and Technology to Create an Enabling Environment for Nuclear Power

16 November 2023 •

Peaceful Uses, Publications, Reports and Papers

VCDNP Senior Research Associates Anthony Stott and Ingrid Kirsten co-authored a paper on the peaceful uses of nuclear science and technology in developing countries.

Expanding Access to Peaceful Uses: Role of the Nuclear Regulatory Body in Fostering Supportive Nuclear Safety and Security Cultures

17 February 2023 •

Event Reports

The VCDNP organised a panel to discuss the experience of nuclear regulators in Zimbabwe, Ethiopia, and Malaysia in addressing nuclear safety and security and the support provided to them by the IAEA.

Expanding Access To Peaceful Uses Of Nuclear Power

11 January 2023 •

Briefs and Factsheets, Peaceful Uses, Publications, Reports and Papers

The VCDNP’s case study and its associated fact sheet on expanding access to peaceful uses of nuclear power examine the factors that drive Ghana’s progress in implementing a nuclear power programme.

Nuclear Technology for Research and Sustainable Development: The Benefits of Accelerator and X-Ray Technologies

18 July 2022 •

Event Reports

On 7 July 2022, the VCDNP hosted a webinar on the benefits of accelerator and X-ray technologies and their potential to expand access to nuclear technologies for health, the environment and food security in developing countries

Don’t Let Nuclear Accidents Scare You Away From Nuclear Power

1 September 2020 •

Commentary, Publications

In a new article in the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, Noah Mayhew and co-authors argue that safety should not remain a barrier to the expansion of nuclear power.

VCDNP Fact Sheet on Nuclear Power as a Reliable, Affordable and Sustainable Source of Energy

4 June 2019 •

Briefs and Factsheets, Peaceful Uses, Publications

The fact sheet builds on panel discussions held at the VCDNP with the aim to support new nuclear power programmes and cooperation with the IAEA.

VCDNP Panel Discussion on the Safe and Secure Use of Nuclear Power to Provide Reliable, Affordable and Sustainable Energy for All

12 March 2019 •

Event Reports

The VCDNP hosted a panel discussion on planning for a nuclear power programme, including the role of safety and security, as well as they challenges they faced and how those challenges were addressed.

The Future of Nuclear Power in China: Five Challenges

27 September 2018 •

Event Reports

Carnegie Senior Fellow Mark Hibbs held a seminar on 14 September 2018 at the VCDNP on the findings of his new report, "The Future of Nuclear Power in China."

The Brazilian Nuclear Programme

20 September 2018 •

Event Reports

On 18 September, VCDNP hosted a seminar by Mr. Bento Costa Lima Leite de Albuquerque, Jr., the Director General of Navy Nuclear and Technology Development in the Brazilian Navy.