This event will discuss the potential of nuclear technologies such as small modular ractors to provide a sustainable source of energy to the communities living in the Artic, and to replace costly and GHG-emitting solutions that are in use today. The event will also discuss the contribution of nuclear energy and technologies to sustainable development goals, including SDG3 (good health and well-being), SDG7 (affordable and clean energy), SDG8 (decent work and economic growth) and SDG13 (Climate Action). The event will gather experts from the International Atomic Energy Agency, the Canadian Nuclear Association and the World Nuclear Association in the form of a moderated panel, with short presentations to lay the ground for the discussion.

Opening remarks

Mr Wei HUANG, Director, Division of Planning, Information and Knowledge Management, International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) 

Speakers

• Ms Taisiya AFANASYEVA, Energy Economist, International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)  
• Mr George CHRISTIDIS, Vice President of Government Relations and International Affairs, Canadian Nuclear Association (CNA) 
• Mr King LEE, Head of Policy and Industry Engagement, World Nuclear Association (WNA) 
• Mr John KOTEK, Senior Vice President of Policy Development and Public Affairs, Nuclear Energy Institute (NEI) 

Moderator

Mr Henri PAILLERE, Head of the Planning and Economic Studies Section, International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)