Frequently asked questions: Interactions with other bodies and initiatives

What is the GIF?

The GIF is a forum consisting of countries collaborating on the R&D needed for a future generation of nuclear energy systems, which will maintain high levels of safety, economically competitiveness and proliferation resistance while consuming less uranium and producing less radioactive waste. Read more...

What is the GNEP?

The GNEP (Global Nuclear Energy Partnership) is a cooperation among 21 nations that share a common vision of the necessity to expand the use of nuclear energy for peaceful purposes worldwide in a safe and secure manner. Read more...

What are the differences and/or links between the GIF and the GNEP?

The GIF is focused on a future generation of nuclear energy systems comprising both fuel cycles and reactor technologies. GNEP in a sense is both more narrowly focused on nuclear energy systems that consume transuranic elements, as well as more broadly focused on objectives for enhancing nuclear safeguards, establishing international fuel services, and promoting nuclear energy within developing countries and regions. GNEP will use existing arrangements within GIF to carry out the R&D work on topics of mutual interest. Read more...

What is INPRO?

The International Project on Innovative Nuclear Reactors and Fuel Cycles ( INPRO ) was initiated by IAEA to provide a forum for discussions between experts and policy makers on the development and deployment of innovative nuclear energy systems. Read more...

Is there collaboration between the GIF and INPRO?

Yes, INPRO and GIF have been cooperating through interface meetings, sharing of experts and methodology, collaborative reviews and participation in selected activities.  Read more...

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