How Should Nuclear Power Be Utilized to Address the Climate Crisis?

November 11-12, 2021 Korea Nuclear Annual Conference Held

Seoul Nuclear Power Headquarters Shin-Kori Units 3 and 4. Photo by unrelated to the article.

[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Bong-su] The Ministry of Science and ICT announced on the 11th that the "2021 Korea Nuclear Energy Annual Conference," hosted by the Korea Nuclear Industry Association, will be held for two days from the 11th to the 12th at the Gyeongju Hwabaek Convention Center in Gyeongju, Gyeongbuk, under the theme "Carbon Zero Energy-Nuclear Power Leading Climate Crisis Response."

This event is a gathering of industry, academia, and research sectors in the nuclear field to discuss the development direction of nuclear technology and industry through presentations and discussions on current issues. This year, the focus will be on the role of nuclear power in responding to the climate crisis, discussing future energy strategies, nuclear innovation technologies, research and development of small and medium-sized reactors, export support directions, and the path the nuclear sector should take.

At the same time, the "2021 International Nuclear Energy Industry Exhibition" will also be held. Covering all areas of nuclear power including nuclear power plant design, safety, equipment, fuel, decommissioning, radioactive waste treatment, and radiation medicine, 35 domestic and international companies such as Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power, KEPCO KPS, Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute, Doosan Heavy Industries & Construction, Korea Radioactive Waste Agency, Westinghouse, Framatome, and Orano will open about 70 booths to showcase new technologies and products. Side events such as a job fair in the nuclear utilization field, power and nuclear equipment purchasing consultations, overseas export consultations for small and medium enterprises, and a win-win growth project briefing will also be held.

On this day, Yong Hong-taek, the 1st Vice Minister of the Ministry of Science and ICT, said in his congratulatory speech, "The government has set safety, future markets, convergence, and communication as the main directions for future nuclear policies and is strengthening investments to lead the world based on accumulated technological capabilities," and added, "I ask experts from all sectors to join forces so that nuclear power can serve as a bridge to overcome the climate crisis and become safe and trusted."

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