The IAEA highlighted its flagship initiatives —addressing challenges like climate change, energy sustainability and public health — at its 68th General Conference, providing a platform to review progress, seek input from member countries and outline the way forward.
The Agency supports countries with scientific advice, education, training and technical resources, providing key nuclear data and supporting the diverse applications of nuclear technologies. In recent years, the IAEA has launched a number of flagship initiatives that connect public and private partners to address some of most serious global challenges.
“Nuclear science and technology offer solutions to some of the world’s most pressing issues. And the IAEA is at the forefront of nuclear science and technology, equipping countries with the tools and expertise to tackle these critical challenges,” said IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi. “Our flagship initiatives are already driving significant progress thanks to the support of our many partners and donors in these key areas.”
A range of side events were held during the General Conference to share this progress and discuss next steps. These were open to all attendees of the conference.
For more information on the IAEA’s other flagship initiatives please see Key Programmes.
This page will be updated throughout the week of 16–20 September.
NUTEC Plastics: Nuclear Technology for Controlling Plastic Pollution
Established in 2020, this IAEA flagship initiative brings together public and private partners across the globe to address the challenge of plastic pollution on two fronts: at the source - by introducing new technologies to improve plastic recycling; and in the ocean, where the bulk of plastic waste ultimately ends up.
The side event NUTEC Plastics Outlook and Antarctic Mission introduced a new NUTEC Plastics Portal, showcased results from this years’ mission to Antarctica, and featured experiences and insights from different countries.
Date: Monday, 16 September, from 1.30 p.m. to 3.00 p.m. in Conference Room M5, M Building, ground floor.