National workshop on nuclear energy

When it comes to nuclear energy, Australia finds itself in a difficult position. We may be the owner of the world’s largest uranium reserves, but we are also wary of the potential for a nuclear accident the likes of Fukushima.

With this in mind, the Cooperative Research Centre for Contamination Assessment and Remediation of the Environment (CRC CARE) will host a national workshop exploring the pros and cons of nuclear energy for Australia. To be held in Adelaide on 16 June, ‘National Workshop on Nuclear Energy for Australia’ will examine the policy and other issues surrounding the peaceful use of nuclear power by Australia.

CRC CARE Managing Director Professor Ravi Naidu said the workshop will help broaden the national discussion about sources of clean energy. Featuring leading thinkers on both sides of the nuclear debate, the program covers:

• Uranium mining and environmental impacts: facts, figures and myths
• The reliability and economics of renewables versus nuclear energy
• The global drive to phase out nuclear power on health grounds
• Greenhouse gas emissions and nuclear power
• Should Australia consider nuclear to meet its energy needs?
• Future prospects and opportunities for uranium mining in Australia
• Managing the risks of nuclear waste, theft, sabotage and proliferation

The all-day workshop will be held at the Hilton Adelaide on 16 June. Interested parties who cannot attend in person may take part online via web conferencing.

To register for the event, visit http://www.crccare.com/events/national-workshop-on-nuclear-energy-for-australia.