Nov 11, 2025 · What is nuclear fission? Nuclear fission is a reaction where the nucleus of an atom splits into two or more smaller nuclei, while releasing energy. For instance, when hit by a neutron, the …

Nov 7, 2025 · The IAEA is the world's centre for cooperation in the nuclear field, promoting the safe, secure and peaceful use of nuclear technology. It works in a wide range of areas including energy …

Jan 24, 2025 · Nuclear energy is still providing the world with a quarter of its low-carbon power and supporting the roll out of intermittent renewables like solar and wind. In future we will see even more …

Oct 17, 2025 · The IAEA assists its Member States in using nuclear science and technology for peaceful purposes and facilitates the transfer of such technology and knowledge in a sustainable manner to …

Aug 3, 2023 · Nuclear fusion is the process by which two light atomic nuclei combine to form a single heavier one while releasing massive amounts of energy. Fusion reactions take place in a state of …

50 Years of Nuclear Energy1 “The energy produced by breaking down the atom is a very poor kind of thing. Anyone who expects a source of power from the transformations of these atoms is talking …

Sep 8, 2016 · Nuclear power is a low-carbon source of energy. In 2018, nuclear power produced about 10 percent of the world’s electricity. Together with the expanding renewable energy sources and fuel …

Nuclear operators and managers depend on chains of suppliers of both products and services to be able to produce nuclear energy. These suppliers provide products and services in all phases of a reactor’s …

May 5, 2025 · Nuclear desalination is offering countries in the Arab region and beyond a clean alternative to energy-hungry traditional desalination. Freshwater scarcity is a persistent challenge …

Sep 4, 2025 · Africa faces rising energy demands and energy security and climate challenges. The IAEA’s new publication, developed for South Africa’s 2025 G20 Presidency, highlights nuclear …