Net Zero Needs
Nuclear Energy
WE ADVOCATE FOR TRIPLING
NUCLEAR ENERGY CAPACITY
by 2050
Modeling shows that global nuclear energy capacity should at least triple by 2050 to achieve climate targets, while still delivering the energy security our world requires.
Scaling nuclear energy up to deliver the increasing demand for clean, reliable electricity requires energy leaders, financing houses and communities to mobilize quickly and efficiently. We have no time to lose.
We have a unique and limited window of opportunity to show how, with nuclear energy, we already have in our hands today what we need to deliver for tomorrow.
Calling on all advocates and leaders across the energy sector and industry to unite in achieving this goal.

Our Partners

Working together to:

  • build understanding of the value of nuclear energy,
  • deliver the political and financial enablers to propel nuclear energy’s growth,
  • and to remove the roadblocks that prevent nuclear from fully realizing its contribution to global clean energy security.
“Nuclear energy will be crucial for us to achieve Net Zero, and Net Zero Nuclear is a fantastic platform to bring together governments, industry, academia and youth advocates to show the world the many benefits nuclear energy brings to the table in solving climate change.”
H.E. Mohamed Al Hammadi
Managing Director and CEO,
Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC)
“I am delighted for the UK to partner with Net Zero Nuclear at COP28. New nuclear has a crucial role to play as the world seeks to transition to net zero and the UK is committed to increasing our deployment of nuclear power which will play an essential role in transforming the way we power Britain from Britain.”
Andrew Bowie MP
Parliamentary Under Secretary of State,
(Minister for Nuclear and Networks)
Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
“We have no time to lose in delivering a realistic, proven approach to the clean energy transition. Through Net Zero Nuclear, we hope to facilitate the action our industry needs to grow.”
Dr Sama Bilbao y León
Director General,
World Nuclear Association

What is Net Zero
Nuclear?

The Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) and World Nuclear Association, with the support of the Atoms4NetZero initiative launched by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), have established “Net Zero Nuclear”, an initiative for action and advocacy – promoting the value of nuclear technology for accelerating our path to Net Zero 2050.
Net Zero Nuclear calls for unprecedented collaboration between government and industry leaders to triple global nuclear capacity to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.
The initiative aims to focus the industry’s collective efforts on realistic, actionable, solutions-focused dialogue to enable the rapid expansion of the global nuclear fleet and the acceleration research and development into emerging nuclear technologies.
Together, we aim to deliver a strong pipeline of activities and engagement under the banner of Net Zero Nuclear, leading up to a united presence and unprecedented industry engagement at COP28 in the UAE in Dubai in December 2023.

The NZN Mission

Official Recognition for Nuclear Energy as a Clean Energy Source for Decarbonization
Collaborative Action Now to Triple Global Nuclear Capacity
Ensure nuclear energy’s potential is fully realized as we work to decarbonize our global energy systems, by promoting the value of nuclear energy and removing barriers to its growth.

Check out
our video
here.

Why is Net Zero Nuclear so important today?

It is time to act. We already have the tools we need.
Recent weather extremes across the globe underscore the urgent need to rapidly decarbonize power production to prevent the catastrophic consequences of climate change.
But decarbonization of the current power system is not enough; the energy transition will require more electricity, not less, and three-quarters of a billion people still lack access to power.
At the same time, the worst energy crisis in recent history is making life harder in households the world over. The result: energy shortages, inflation, and a cost-of-living crisis that has already tipped many economies into recession.
And so, to meet urgent climate goals while simultaneously addressing rising energy demand, nations need more than energy security; they need clean energy security: clean and resilient grids, powered by solutions that can reliably deliver abundant clean energy to homes, businesses and industry 24/7.
Fortunately, a key part of the solution is already at our fingertips: Simply put, our world needs nuclear energy. And to meet today’s challenges and move us towards tomorrow’s goals, we need more of it.
Modeling shows that global nuclear energy capacity should triple by 2050 if we are to achieve our climate targets while still achieving the energy security we require. We have no time to lose.
But scaling nuclear energy up to deliver the increasing demand for clean, reliable electricity requires energy leaders and political will to mobilize quickly and efficiently.
We now have a unique and limited window of opportunity to show how, with nuclear energy, we already have what we need to deliver for tomorrow, today.
Advocates and leaders across the energy sector and industry must unite to achieve this goal – working together to build a broader understanding of the value of nuclear energy, to deliver the political and financial enablers to propel nuclear energy’s growth, and to tear down the roadblocks that prevent nuclear energy from fully realizing its contribution to global clean energy security.

What does NZN aim to achieve?

The Net Zero Nuclear initiative aims to:

1

Secure recognition for nuclear energy as a clean energy source for decarbonization and promote its value as part of an evidence-based approach to a secure and inclusive energy transition;

2

Unite the industry with civil society, advocates, investors and other key players to create the widest reach and impact on the role nuclear energy can play in achieving Net Zero;

3

Establish the right social, political and economic drivers for nuclear's inclusion and deployment in our current and future energy systems, and remove barriers towards its use;

4

Facilitate partnerships across the energy sector and with industry to drive rapid deployment at scale, of both large- scale reactors and advanced technologies such as SMRs, in established and new nuclear nations; and

5

Empower young people and others concerned by climate change, by engaging with, listening to, and providing information on the role nuclear energy can play in solving climate change and energy security issues alongside other clean sources of power.

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Join NZN on The Road to COP28

Join ENEC & World Nuclear Association in promoting the value of nuclear technology for accelerating our path to Net Zero 2050, and delivering a united industry presence and engagement at COP28 this year.

COP28 UAE will be a milestone moment when the world will take stock of the progress made towards the delivery of the Paris Agreement.
It provides an ideal opportunity for cross-sector engagement and action under the Net Zero Nuclear initiative.
Net Zero Nuclear has planned a multifaceted approach to participation at COP28: Maximizing reach and utilizing our resources wisely to deliver a joint program of engagement taking place in the lead up and across the various COP28 days and zones.

The NZN approach at COP28 is summarized in three key phases:

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2
3
Pre-COP Launch of NZN: World Nuclear Symposium 6-8th September in London.
  • ENEC and World Nuclear Association will celebrate the global launch NZN, in cooperation with the IAEA, during the opening day of the World Nuclear Symposium.
  • Building industry unity and collaboration on trebling global nuclear capacity on the path to COP28
Unprecedented nuclear prominence at COP28 within the zones of the Expo
  • Unprecedented nuclear prominence at COP28 within the zones of the Expo
  • Join us under the banner of Net Zero Nuclear, to make COP28 a turning point in nuclear's role in the delivery of Net Zero.
  • Net Zero Nuclear Summit during COP28, 7-8th December: Two-day off-site intensive Net Zero Nuclear Summit with creative and engaging events, displays and panel discussions.
The Road Towards COP28: Net Zero Nuclear will be working to advance our objectives under the NZN banner through strategic engagement at key events, including:
18 - 19 Sep 2023
Atlantic Council Nuclear Energy Policy Summit: Accelerating Net Zero Nuclear
28 - 29 Sep 2023
Paris
French Ministry for Energy Transition & OECD Nuclear Energy Agency (NEA) Roadmaps to New Nuclear conference
28-30 Nov 2023
World Nuclear Exhibition
25 - 29 Sep 2023
Vienna
IAEA General Conference
9 - 13 Oct 2023
Vienna
IAEA 2nd Conference on Climate Change and the role of Nuclear Power
28 Nov - 1 Dec
Abu Dhabi
International Student Energy Summit, NYUAD
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2
3
Pre-COP Launch of NZN: World Nuclear Symposium 6-8th September in London.
  • ENEC and World Nuclear Association will celebrate the global launch NZN, in cooperation with the IAEA, during the opening day of the World Nuclear Symposium.
  • Building industry unity and collaboration on trebling global nuclear capacity on the path to COP28
The Road Towards COP28: Net Zero Nuclear will be working to advance our objectives under the NZN banner through strategic engagement at key events, including:
18 - 19 Sep 2023
Atlantic Council Nuclear Energy Policy Summit: Accelerating Net Zero Nuclear
28 - 29 Sep 2023
Paris
French Ministry for Energy Transition & OECD Nuclear Energy Agency (NEA) Roadmaps to New Nuclear conference
28-30 Nov 2023
World Nuclear Exhibition
25 - 29 Sep 2023
Vienna
IAEA General Conference
9 - 13 Oct 2023
Vienna
IAEA 2nd Conference on Climate Change and the role of Nuclear Power
28 Nov - 1 Dec
Abu Dhabi
International Student Energy Summit, NYUAD
Unprecedented nuclear prominence at COP28 within the zones of the Expo
  • Unprecedented nuclear prominence at COP28 within the zones of the Expo
  • Join us under the banner of Net Zero Nuclear, to make COP28 a turning point in nuclear's role in the delivery of Net Zero.
  • Net Zero Nuclear Summit during COP28, 7-8th December: Two-day off-site intensive Net Zero Nuclear Summit with creative and engaging events, displays and panel discussions.

How to Get Involved

Making the Net Zero Nuclear vision a reality and uniting all industry players around the goal of tripling the global nuclear fleet for the delivery of Net Zero will require an unprecedented level of collaboration, coordination and teamwork.

Join NZN as a Supporter or a Sponsor

Each of the NZN at COP28 zones offers unique opportunities for speaking engagements, presentations, demonstrations, panels and sponsorship for NZN supporters and sponsors.
Join NZN as a ‘Supporter’ delivering advocacy and collaboration, or as an ‘Official Sponsor’ leading the dialogue.
Register your interest to receive a full partnership pack, which details the full list of sponsorship opportunities available, with a variety of options available to promote your organization’s contribution.