Aug 2, 2021 · Nuclear power is a low-carbon source of energy, because unlike coal, oil or gas power plants, nuclear power plants practically do not produce CO 2 during their operation. Nuclear reactors generate close to one-third of the world’s carbon free electricity and are crucial in meeting climate change goals.

Jan 24, 2025 · The IAEA assists its Member States in using nuclear science and technology for peaceful purposes and facilitates the transfer of such technology and knowledge in a sustainable manner to Member States.

The many peaceful uses of nuclear technology have a beneficial impact on our everyday lives – from energy production and food security to health care and the protection of the environment. The articles and videos on this page offer easy-to-understand explanations of major topics in nuclear science and technology.

Sep 3, 2024 · Nuclear Explained – How to Develop a Nuclear Power Programme. Thirty-two countries operate nuclear power plants, which provide some 10 per cent of the world’s electricity and account for 25 per cent of all low-carbon electricity. How many more countries are interested in or embarking on nuclear power? Read more →

Feb 28, 2024 · Nuclear science, technology and research represent the underlying foundation of all nuclear applications. Nuclear applications contribute in many ways to health, development and security worldwide. They are used in a broad range of areas, from power production to medicine, agriculture, food safety, environment, forensics, industry, and the ...

Nov 27, 2024 · From enhancing cancer care and food safety to protecting ecosystems and improving water management, nuclear techniques are driving innovative solutions to global challenges. Dive into these stories to learn how the IAEA and its partners are making a difference in health, agriculture, energy and the environment.

Objectives . The principal objective of the International Symposium on Artificial Intelligence and Nuclear Energy will be to bring together relevant stakeholders to review and explore opportunities for cooperation and mutual benefit towards the use of nuclear energy to power data centres, including for enabling AI’s expansion, and the use of AI to drive innovation and efficiencies in …

Mar 3, 2025 · The Nuclear Technology Review before you highlights key advancements in nuclear applications that support Member States in addressing critical priorities. This year's review places particular emphasis on innovations in food safety and authenticity, energy security, early disease detection and cancer treatment, environmental sustainability, and ...

Feb 21, 2025 · Ghana is pursuing the introduction of nuclear power to increase its low carbon power production to meet energy demand, tackle climate change and increase energy security and diversity. The Site and External Events Design Review Service (SEED) mission, which took place between 14 to 21 February, reviewed Ghana’s adherence to IAEA guidance on ...

Jan 24, 2025 · Nuclear energy’s increasing momentum could be seen at COP28, where the first Global Stocktake under the Paris Agreement called for the acceleration of nuclear and other low-emission technologies to help achieve deep decarbonization. Another key moment at the climate conference in Dubai was when more than 20 countries launched a declaration to ...