Nuclear Energy Developments in Southeast Asia - Couverture souple

Seah, Sharon; Len, Christopher; Chew, Alvin

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9815306855 ISBN 13 : 9789815306859

Editeur : ISEAS, 2025

Synopsis

Southeast Asian countries are once again showing renewed interest in nuclear energy as a means to bolster energy security and meet decarbonization goals.

Countries in this region have been exploring the use of civilian nuclear energy since the late 1950s, but their commitment has fluctuated over the decades, influenced by factors such as government support for nuclear energy, and global nuclear events affecting public opinion.

The latest interest follows the revival of global interest in nuclear energy and progress in the development of advanced nuclear reactors as well as small modular reactors (SMRs). SMRs are regarded as a potential entry point for nations new to nuclear energy because of advantages such as lower upfront costs, enhanced safety, flexible power generation, and a less disruptive impact on existing electricity grids.

There are challenges to SMR deployment in Southeast Asia, however, one of which is the absence of international regulations specifically governing these new reactors, particularly concerning transportation and safeguards. The creation of a robust regional nuclear safety regime harmonized with international rules and regulations would augment the existing governance frameworks and afford the region greater confidence in the deployment of new SMR technology.

Public acceptance of nuclear energy remains a crucial factor for its successful development in the region. While there is growing acceptance of the potential of nuclear energy in the region, support levels are still relatively low compared with other clean energy sources. Governments need to actively address public concerns regarding safety, trust, and risk perception connected to nuclear energy programmes.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Sharon Seah is Senior Fellow and Coordinator of the Climate Change in Southeast Asia Programme, ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute.

Christopher Len is a Visiting Senior Fellow and Co-Coordinator of the Climate Change in Southeast Asia Programme, ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute.

Alvin Chew is Senior Fellow at the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS), Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: ISEAS
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9815306855
• ISBN 13: 9789815306859
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 25
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible