Nuclear Energy at a Crossroads
Nuclear energy is at a crossroads as both challenges and the opportunities associated with nuclear power generation compete to define its future. Nuclear power could play an important role in the future global energy mix, if it can successfully capitalize on the benefits of being a proven source of zero-carbon generation. Yet nuclear still faces serious headwinds, including rising construction costs and public concerns over operational safety.
To shed light on this, the Nuclear Energy at a Crossroads conference will examine different aspects of the economics of nuclear power generation. Speakers will discuss the characteristics of domestic and global markets where nuclear power is flourishing as well as the relative advantages and disadvantages of nuclear as an electricity generation technology. Where nuclear reactors are being shut down, what are the implications of decommissioning on a national economy. The discussion will also focus on how the rise of new suppliers and emerging global partnerships affect the viability of nuclear power generation and whether there are potential energy security implications. Finally, speakers will explore what low carbon pathways look like with and without nuclear energy.
Introduction & Lunch Keynote
featuring a keynote from The Hon. Ernest Moniz, Secretary of Energy, US Department of Energy; and an introduction by John Hamre, President and CEO of CSIS
11:30AM - 12:30PM
Session 1: Global and U.S. Outlooks for Nuclear Powe
Nuclear energy is at a crossroads as both challenges and the opportunities associated with nuclear power generation compete to define its future. Nuclear power could play an important role in the future global energy mix, if it can successfully capitalize on the benefits of being a proven source of zero-carbon generation. Yet nuclear still faces serious headwinds, including rising construction costs and public concerns over operational safety.
To shed light on this, the Nuclear Energy at a Crossroads conference will examine different aspects of the economics of nuclear power generation. Speakers will discuss the characteristics of domestic and global markets where nuclear power is flourishing as well as the relative advantages and disadvantages of nuclear as an electricity generation technology. Where nuclear reactors are being shut down, what are the implications of decommissioning on a national economy. The discussion will also focus on how the rise of new suppliers and emerging global partnerships affect the viability of nuclear power generation and whether there are potential energy security implications. Finally, speakers will explore what low carbon pathways look like with and without nuclear energy.
Introduction & Lunch Keynote
featuring a keynote from The Hon. Ernest Moniz, Secretary of Energy, US Department of Energy; and an introduction by John Hamre, President and CEO of CSIS
11:30AM – 12:30PM
Session 1: Global and U.S. Outlooks for Nuclear Powe
