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Safe nuclear technology

Safety of nuclear technology in support of the transition towards climate neutrality.

Contributes to EC priorities:
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Nuclear energy, subject to strict safety and environmental conditions including on waste disposal that ensure the respect of the do no significant harm principle, can play a role in the transition towards climate neutrality in line with the Green Deal.

Our goals:

  • Provide scientific evidence about safety and sustainability of evolutionary nuclear energy technologies, including radioactive waste management and disposal.
  • Contribute to a continuous update and improvement of the technical screening criteria of nuclear energy as a climate neutral energy system.
  • Maintain Europe’s nuclear technology leadership in nuclear safety while fostering autonomy of energy supply and economic growth.

24 FEBRUARY 2023
JRC portfolio 4: Safe nuclear technology
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