Ahead of the COP26 climate summit, the IAEA has released Nuclear Energy for a Net Zero World. The special report highlights nuclear power’s critical role in achieving the goals of the Paris Agreement and Agenda 2030 for Sustainable Development by displ... Continue reading →

In the run up to the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference, COP26, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has published a comprehensive report setting out how nuclear techniques can help the world adapt to a changing climate and become m... Continue reading →

From food packaging and clothing to transport, health care and energy, plastic is an integral part of our everyday lives. Continue reading →

In the local Lozi language they call it Mosi-oa-Tunya, “The Smoke That Thunders,” but by the end of 2019, Victoria Falls’ thunder was more like a dripping trickle. Africa’s largest waterfall has been a victim of the region’s droughts, and Zimbabwe, whi... Continue reading →

How can we fight climate change if we don't know where greenhouse gases are really coming from? A cutting-edge scientific technique is giving governments and industries the data they need. Continue reading →

An International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) team of experts said the operator of France’s Paluel Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) demonstrated a commitment to safety. The team encouraged the operator to continue implementation of its operational safety impro... Continue reading →

At the start of 2018, Cape Town became the world’s first major city to face the prospect of completely running out of fresh water. Continue reading →

The role of the IAEA Environment Laboratories in Monaco in helping conserve the ocean for future generations by applying nuclear technologies was emphasized at last week’s events that marked the 60th anniversary of the labs. Continue reading →