- Contributes to European Commission priorities
Portfolio overview
Comprehensive and effective safeguards are crucial in the global effort to prevent nuclear proliferation and to ensure that nuclear materials are used exclusively for their intended peaceful purposes.
This portfolio aims to advance the necessary research and development to address the new nuclear challenges. It will promote international cooperation on nuclear safeguards, blending traditional approaches with innovations such as digital innovation, artificial intelligence applications and foresight. It also aims to oversee the responsible and peaceful use of nuclear energy as part of a clean, sustainable and competitive transition.
Objectives
Contribute to implementing the Euratom Safeguards RegulationEnhance the efficient and effective implementation of the (revised) Regulation jointly with the Directorate-General for Energy.
Develop innovative digital inspection tools by:- operating the Euratom Safeguards on-site laboratory
- providing analytical support and in-field assistance
- providing certified reference materials and standards
- conducting proficiency testing
- promoting education, training and foresight.
Help to introduce safeguards in the design of nuclear facilitiesApply safeguards, safety and security principles in the design of existing and future nuclear fuel cycle facilities, including innovative nuclear reactor systems.
Support nuclear as a low-carbon electricity sourceContribute to the responsible use of nuclear power as a source of low-carbon electricity production, and to other non-power nuclear applications and waste management.
Help to prepare for implementing safeguards in potential EU countriesSupport the potential future implementation of safeguards in candidate countries (such as Ukraine), as a geopolitical imperative.
Provide support with material accountancy and controlSupport Member States, industry, regulators and research institutes in terms of material accountancy and control.
