International Project on Innovative Nuclear Reactors and Fuel Cycles (INPRO)
Strengths of INPRO
Participation of both technology holders and technology users
INPRO aims at integrating views from all stakeholders, notably from nuclear technology holders and developers and nuclear technology users. User Requirements developed with the participation of end users are an essential element of INPRO.
Time horizon
The INPRO time horizon covers the coming five decades. Energy scenarios envisaged for this period are determined by an expected transformation of the energy sector in the light of limited fossil fuel supplies and the potential climate change; new applications such as hydrogen as an energy carrier and seawater desalination for the production of drinking water are also considered.
Scope
INPRO provides a holistic assessment of innovative nuclear energy systems and technologies encompassing all the installations of the nuclear fuel cycle, including the reactors, as well as all areas having an impact in the consideration of sustainable development (economic competitiveness, environmental aspects, infrastructure, security and physical protection, proliferation resistance, safety and waste management). INPRO aims at examining the prospects of nuclear technology against this very broad background.
Mandate
INPRO was initiated on the basis of an IAEA General Conference resolution. It is established as an open process, and access to results is provided to all IAEA Member States.