Nov 15, 2022 · Nuclear power is a low-carbon source of energy, because unlike coal, oil or gas power plants, nuclear power plants practically do not produce CO 2 during their operation. Nuclear reactors generate close to one-third of the world’s carbon free electricity and are crucial in meeting climate change goals.

Apr 17, 2024 · La fisión nuclear es una reacción por la que el núcleo de un átomo se divide en dos o más núcleos más pequeños, liberando al mismo tiempo energía. Por ejemplo, cuando un neutrón golpea el núcleo de un átomo de uranio 235, este se divide en dos núcleos más pequeños, por ejemplo, un núcleo de bario y un núcleo de criptón, y se ...

The many peaceful uses of nuclear technology have a beneficial impact on our everyday lives – from energy production and food security to health care and the protection of the environment. The articles and videos on this page offer easy-to-understand explanations of major topics in nuclear science and technology.

Mar 17, 2025 · Nuclear safety and security. Human and organizational factors; Governmental, legal and regulatory framework; Nuclear installation safety; Radiation protection; Security of nuclear and other radioactive material; Radioactive waste and spent fuel management; Transport; Emergency preparedness and response

Mar 11, 2025 · Nuclear fusion is the process by which two light atomic nuclei combine to form a single heavier one while releasing massive amounts of energy. Read more → News Story

16 April 2025 Update 286 – IAEA Director General Statement on Situation in Ukraine. Frequent air raid alarms, the regular sound of explosions nearby and the presence of drones are continuing to highlight the dangers facing Ukraine’s main nuclear sites during the military conflict, Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said today.

Mar 26, 2025 · Nuclear energy provides access to clean, reliable and affordable energy, mitigating the negative impacts of climate change. It is a significant part of the world energy mix and its use is expected to grow in the coming decades.

Sep 16, 2024 · At the end of 2023, 413 nuclear power reactors were operational, with a global capacity of 371.5 GW(e). In the high case scenario of the new IAEA outlook, nuclear electrical generating capacity is projected to increase to 950 gigawatts by 2050. In this case, global capacity in 2050 would be slightly more than 2.5 times what it was in 2023.

May 9, 2024 · Nuclear science, technology and research represent the underlying foundation of all nuclear applications. Nuclear applications contribute in many ways to health, development and security worldwide. They are used in a broad range of areas, from power production to medicine, agriculture, food safety, environment, forensics, industry, and the ...

Dec 23, 2024 · The IAEA’s ‘Nuclear Explained’ series takes scientific and technical subjects related to nuclear topics and makes them easier to understand. Delve into our top explainers in 2024 to find out how nuclear science and technology can be used to produce clean energy; measure how coastal ecosystems help limit climate change; and how radiation ...