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Small modular reactors (SMRs) are advanced nuclear reactors that have a power capacity of up to 300 MW(e) per unit, which is about one-third of the generating capacity of traditional nuclear power reactors. Read more →
Building a new framework that takes into account the effects of climate change on meteorological and hydrological hazards for nuclear installations, was the focus of a recently held technical meeting at the IAEA’s headquarters in Vienna. Read more →
Advanced reactors such as small modular reactors and other innovative designs are expected to provide considerable benefits to society and play a large role in decarbonizing our economies. These nuclear technologies can be very different from the current operating fleet. Read more →
Nuclear regulators around the world share the common challenge of making sure that nuclear and radiation technologies and devices are licensed, constructed, operated and eventually decommissioned safely and securely. Read more →
A new IAEA service has been launched to support countries in developing their regulatory infrastructure for the safety of radiation sources and the security of radioactive material used in fields ranging from medical and industry to food and agriculture. Read more →