On June 13, 2025, the European Commission published its latest Nuclear Illustrative Programme (PINC 2025), setting out a renewed and ambitious vision for the role of nuclear energy in achieving Europe’s climate neutrality, industrial competitiveness, and energy security. As part of the Clean Industrial Deal and the Action Plan for Affordable Energy, the new
Since the beginning of 2025, the SNETP Secretariat has submitted six position papers to the European Commission as part of the association’s continued commitment to supporting the development of EU policies that reflect the needs and priorities of the civil nuclear research and innovation community. These contributions were prepared in response to several ongoing consultations
Insights from the Latest Economic and Social Impact Report by nucleareurope Nuclear energy plays a pivotal role beyond electricity generation, significantly contributing to Europe’s economic development and sustainable future. The latest Economic and Social Impact Report by Deloitte, commissioned by nucleareurope, provides a comprehensive analysis of the extensive benefits associated with expanding nuclear capacity
The European Commission has launched a bold new initiative, the EU Startup and Scaleup Strategy, titled “Choose Europe to Start and Scale”, aimed at transforming Europe into a global hub for innovative, high-growth companies. This Strategy is central to the EU’s ambition to foster a more competitive, technology-driven economy and supports startups and scaleups throughout
Brussels, 28 May 2025 – The European Commission has released its long-anticipated EU-wide assessment of updated National Energy and Climate Plans (NECPs), confirming that the European Union is largely on track to meet its 2030 energy and climate targets. Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are projected to decrease by 54% compared to 1990 levels, and
From May 12 to 15, nearly 700 participants from five continents and 38 countries gathered in Warsaw for FISA EURADWASTE 2025 and the SNETP Forum. This unique conference brought together researchers, industry leaders, policy experts, students, and entrepreneurs with a shared goal: to advance nuclear energy’s role in Europe’s clean, sustainable, and secure energy
The European energy landscape is evolving rapidly, with Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) emerging as a promising solution for delivering low-carbon, flexible, and secure power. The 5th edition of the SNETP Project Portfolio Webinar, held on 7th of May, focused on showcasing the progress of three ambitious European projects: TANDEM, SANE, and EASI-SMR. All three
The Sustainable Nuclear Energy Technology Platform (SNETP) is delighted to announce the 6th edition of its 2025 Project Portfolio Webinar Series, taking place on 13 June 2025, from 13:00 to 14:00 CET. This upcoming session will delve into one of the most critical areas in nuclear energy today: radioactive waste management. Attendees will gain
The Sustainable Nuclear Energy Technology Platform (SNETP) is pleased to announce the 5th edition of its 2025 Project Portfolio Webinar Series, scheduled for May 7, 2025, from 13:00 to 14:00 CET. This session will focus on Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), a new generation of nuclear energy technology designed to be safer, more flexible, and better suited
The First SASPAM-SA Open Workshop, officially titled "International Workshop on SMR Safety for a Sustainable Short-term Deployment", was held on October 17–18, 2024, at the IRSN headquarters in Fontenay-aux-Roses, Paris, France. Organized under the SASPAM-SA Euratom project, the event marked a significant step forward in the collaborative efforts to ensure the safe deployment of
