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NEWS BRIEFING: Considerations for a nuclear-powered Australia

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*BRIEFING RECORDING AVAILABLE* There has been growing interest in nuclear energy as a potential low-emissions energy technology for Australia, and debate about the possible introduction of nuclear power to Australia, starting with small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs). A new report from the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE) has found SMR technology could be an option to contribute zero-emissions electricity beyond 2040 alongside a clean energy network, but is unlikely to contribute significantly in the short to medium term. Join us for this online briefing, when the report’s authors will discuss their findings and answer journalists’ questions.

Organisation/s: Australian Science Media Centre, Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE)

Funder: ATSE

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From: Australian Science Media Centre

Speakers:

  • Dr Katherine Woodthorpe AO FTSE is the President of ATSE
  • John McGagh FTSE is an ATSE Fellow and a co-author of the report
  • Professor Ian Lowe FTSE is an ATSE Fellow
  • Dr Sarah Ryan FTSE is an ATSE Fellow and the ATSE Energy Forum Chair

Date: Tue 23 July 2024
Start Time: 10:30am AEST
Duration: Approx 45 min 
Venue: Online - Zoom

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