December 10th

12:00-13:00: Nuclear Beyond Energy: How Nuclear Technology Contributes Beyond the Grid

Moderated Conversation

A just and equitable future requires solutions not just for clean energy but also for universal health and food security. In this session we review the contributions nuclear power makes today to medicine, agriculture, and beyond.

Who:

Robert Kiptoo, Nuclear Engineer, Moscow National Research Nuclear University

Abubakar Sadiq Aliyu, Nuclear Research Officer, Centre for Renewable Energy and Sustainability Transitions

Umar Ahmad, Researcher, Centre for Renewable Energy and Sustainability Transitions

Moderator:

Shirly Rodriguez Rojas, Nuclear Science, Engineering, and Technology Advisor Booz Allen Hamilton-ARPA-E  DOE

Where:

Net Zero Nuclear's Green Zone pavilion: in the Green Zone Energy Transition Hub

13:00-14:00: Belgium and Netherlands Turn Back Towards Nuclear Q&A

Moderated Conversation

Description: Despite getting half of its power and most of its clean power from nuclear, Belgium started a nuclear phaseout last year. But after shutting down two reactors, suddenly the country is reversing course! In the Netherlands, one small nuclear plant struggled for survival. Suddenly, plans are coming together to build more large reactors. Come hear leading young nuclear advocates from both countries explain how we got here and why clean energy and environmental goals helped turn around nuclear sentiment in the Low Countries.

Who:

Yonis Simon Le Grand, Engineer, RePlanet

Christophe Corazza, ⁠Nuclear Engineering PhD student, Belgian Nuclear Society/Nuclear for Climate

Moderator:

Emeric Philippe J. Massaut, Co-Organizer Stand Up for Nuclear Belgium, VOLT Candidate