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It's Time to Stand Up for Nuclear! Alpas Pinas, together with Cong. Mark Cojuangco, energy experts reinforce the need for nuclear power in PH Stand Up for Nuclear, the world’s first global initiative advocating for the protection and expansion of nuclear energy, recently convened to discuss the Philippines' readiness to embrace nuclear power at the SMX Aura, Taguig City. Organizing this year’s event and the leading voice in the call to Stand Up for Nuclear was ALPAS Pinas, a non-stock, non-profit organization dedicated to promoting nuclear energy as a clean and sustainable source of power. The event aimed to illuminate nuclear power's potential in the Philippines and underscore its advantages during these critical times. #StandUpForNuclear FULL STORY: https://lnkd.in/gaTSKkvh

Russia and Guinea have signed a memorandum of understanding to build floating nuclear power plants in Guinea. This agreement, reached at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, is part of Russia's broader strategy to enhance its influence in Africa through nuclear projects. Russia has initiated similar projects in Africa, including Egypt's Dabaa nuclear power plant. Other African nations like Tanzania, Nigeria, and Rwanda have also shown interest in collaborating with Russia on nuclear technology and energy projects. For further details, you can read the full article [here](https://lnkd.in/ezVpGwUH).

As development of nuclear reactors for shipping continues, an opportunity arises on the world stage for a leader in regulation for nuclear commercial vessels. At a panel discussion at CMA Shipping 2024, experts spoke on the benefits and challenges of adopting nuclear propulsion for the shipping sector, including public perception, technology immaturity, and handling nuclear waste. One of the current difficulties deterring investment in nuclear power for shipping is the lack of a regulatory framework to handle the development, licensing, and permitting for mobile nuclear assets like ships, and for moveable nuclear assets like floating power plants. Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/gu5TkB5g 👉 More live content from CMA Shipping is available here: https://lnkd.in/gBBeXiH3

We do need a long term funded strategy that is party agnostic. Many of us will have been engaged in the first SMR beauty contest 5? 6? years ago and progress has been poor, unaligned and unhelpful since. GBN ought to be the body capable of the required step change,elevating nuclear policy above political point-scoring and vote winning. The UK industry deserves better; the UK needs better. Private funding (for SMR and innovative tech) will follow but only when the political obstacles have been sufficiently de-risked to enable objective financial benefits to be clear to all concerned. We’re getting there. GBN is the last, best chance before other (potentially more advanced) countries and their vendors AND their supply chains corner the market, closing out UK Plc for a generation.

Kenya to launch nuclear plants by 2034 Kenya is aggressively pursuing its nuclear aspirations, aiming to take significant strides in this direction. The East African nation is actively working on a plan to establish its own nuclear power plants by the year 2034. Justus Wabuyabo, the acting CEO of the Nuclear Power and Energy Agency (NuPEA), has disclosed that the country is set to commence construction on its inaugural nuclear power facility in 2027, with a target commissioning window of 6 to 10 years, culminating in 2034. This pioneering plant is projected to have an impressive capacity of 1,000 megawatts (MW). Kenya's strategy to introduce a nuclear power plant is a pivotal component of its strategy to diversify its energy generation portfolio. The envisioned plant is poised to augment Kenya's power supply, reducing its reliance on thermal power plants significantly. According to Wabuyabo, the prospective nuclear facilities are earmarked for potential locations in either Kilifi or Kwale counties. Kenya's pursuit of nuclear power stems from its anticipation of a surge in electricity demand as it aims to attain middle-income status by 2030. However, realizing Kenya's nuclear ambitions necessitates substantial upgrades to the country's electricity transmission network, which will be pivotal in supporting the operation of nuclear power plants.

"The select committee report is very welcome, and we strongly support their call for a comprehensive nuclear strategic plan. However, this must include a plan for building UK supply chain capability and creating long-term economic benefit. "We need to see more targeted action to open up opportunities for UK companies to bid for and win work in delivering new nuclear build, with support for innovation in the supply chain to increase competitiveness and drive down costs. We have the opportunity to build a competitive world class industry to not only deliver domestic energy security needs but also win future business overseas. We urgently need clarity on what measures will be put in place to deliver supply chain capability and skills across the nuclear sector.” Our Chris Pook welcomes today's Science, Innovation and Technology Committee report on delivering nuclear power –  https://lnkd.in/eu8zUZHv

🇰🇪 #Kenya's journey towards establishing a robust #nuclear power program is marked by notable progress and a resolute commitment to addressing its #energy needs. 🇰🇪 #Kenya has embarked on a path that underscores the significance of a multilateral approach in ensuring success and sustainability. Read more - https://lnkd.in/gKrCavhC #nuclearenergy #Africa #AFNBP Nuclear Power and Energy Agency Kenya Nuclear Regulatory Authority ( KNRA) African Commission on Nuclear Energy (AFCONE)

https://lnkd.in/eNBJbe_s My first visit to Mochovce NPP was as a high school graduate in 1997, just after the first fuel load to the core of EMO 1. Now EMO 3 joins the fleet and hopefully, soon also EMO 4. I am proud of Slovak Republic's achievements and strong commitment to nuclear energy. Construction of EMO 3&4 might have been delayed and over budget, but mostly it was carried out through a period when nuclear power was "not cool". This milestone shows the perseverance of Slovak Republic and Slovenské elektrárne and their understanding of importance of nuclear energy, regardless of the current energy source fashion trends. Slovakia has limited renewable resources options and even less natural energy sources. But it has a fleet of experienced regulators, operators (many of them bringing their knowledge also overseas) and robust nuclear back-end infrastructure and I wish all Slovak nuclear units a successfull operation, depending on the continuous Nuclear Regulatory Authority oversight outcome.

In a significant development, Kazakhstan is reportedly reevaluating a Chinese bid to construct the nation's first nuclear power facility, a revelation from a local news source quoting Baurzhan Ibrayev, chair of the Central Asia advisory board at the UK's New Nuclear Watch Institute. Ibrayev notes that the cost for the Chinese-led project could be substantially less, up to 50% lower, than those tendered by French, Russian, and South Korean firms. However, he subtly questioned the sophistication of Chinese nuclear technology, referring to a previous joint venture initiated in 2015 for nuclear fuel assembly production in Kazakhstan. A distinct advantage of the Chinese proposal, is its compatibility with Kazakh-manufactured fuel assemblies, essential for nuclear reactors. Conversely, the alternative designs would not accommodate the domestically produced fuel assemblies, a limitation pointed out by Ibrayev. He emphasized the evolving nature of nuclear technology and reactors, which necessitate different types of fuel. The expert’s says that building a two-unit nuclear power plant in Kazakhstan could cost over $12 billion, according to the country's Energy Ministry. The proposed facility is expected to generate 2.4 GW of power, marking a pivotal moment in Kazakhstan's energy sector and its international energy collaborations.