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62nd IAEA General Conference
17 – 21 September 2018, Vienna International Centre, Vienna
News
Fusion Energy in the 21st Century: Status and the Way Forward
Although its potential to generate electricity at a commercial scale is several decades away, nuclear fusion can become a promising option to replace fossil fuels as the world's primary energy source and could have an important role to play in addressing climate change, participants agreed at an IAEA General Conference side event focused on the status of fusion energy research, with major players in attendance. Read more →
Delegates Discuss New Report to Enhance Nuclear Safety: Institutional Strength in Depth
At an event organized alongside the IAEA General Conference today, representatives from several Member States discussed how strengthening institutions contributes to nuclear safety. Read more →
Scientific Forum 2018 - Session 2: Monitoring and Measuring the Change
Climate change is caused by increased levels of GHGs in the atmosphere. Long-term records of GHG concentrations are being studied to evaluate these changes and to inform the development of mitigation strategies. The second session focused on the need for accurate and timely data, and how nuclear techniques are advancing our understanding of climate change and its impacts. Read more →
Scientific Forum 2018 - Session 3: Adapting to a Changing Environment
The planet is facing global warming realities such as food scarcity and the loss of ecosystems. Many sectors of the economy need to adapt to a changing environment, in particular the agricultural sector. The third session explored how nuclear techniques can be used to breed more resilient crops, enhance animal productivity, address risks to food safety, and fight insect pests and animal diseases. Read more →
IAEA Scientific Forum 2018
Nuclear technology for climate, mitigation, monitoring and adaptation was the theme of this year’s IAEA Scientific Forum, a two-day event held every year on the margins of the General Conference. Read more →
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