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30
Jul 2024
Small Modular Reactors – Frequently Asked Questions

ATSE's report Small Modular Reactors – The technology and Australian context explained is contributing to a national conversation on future energy sources. These FAQs cover additional details about the report's contents and methods. 

Energy
Industry & innovation
 
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24
Jul 2024
New report reveals technical and market implications for small modular nuclear reactors in Australia

A new report from ATSE has found the nascent state of small modular nuclear reactors globally means that a mature market for the technology may emerge in the late 2040s.

Energy
Net zero
 
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19
Jun 2024
The role of nuclear technology in Australia’s energy transition

In response to proposals by the Coalition regarding the role of nuclear power in Australia’s energy transition, the ATSE highlights existing evidence regarding nuclear power in Australia.  

Energy
Net zero
Climate change
 
Batteries
23
May 2024
National Battery Strategy provides a welcome charge to skills and sustainability

The Australian Government’s National Battery Strategy, released today, outlines a vision for boosting domestic and export battery production, reflecting advice made by ATSE.

Energy
Net zero
Engineering
 
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28
Mar 2024
ATSE welcomes billion-dollar investment in solar manufacturing

ATSE welcomes the announcement of the Solar SunShot manufacturing program that will provide funding to establish Australia’s position in solar supply chains, leveraging our strength in critical minerals.  

Manufacturing
Energy
Climate change
 
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29
Mar 2023
ATSE welcomes roadmap for renewable energy storage tech to support the net zero transition

The Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE) welcomes the CSIRO Renewable Energy Storage Roadmap, released today.

Energy
Net zero
 
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20
Jan 2023
Leading the way in clean energy

Professor Xiaojing Hao FTSE is motivated by the desire to create and live in a more efficient and convenient world. She is a curious seeker of the truth.

Fellows
Energy
Engineering
 
Light Bulbs
18
Aug 2022
Six facts (& myths) about energy decarbonisation

From violent firestorms to catastrophic floods, recent events in Australia reaffirm that we’re already feeling the impacts of climate change.

Energy
Net zero
Fellows
 
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12
Feb 2019
Towards a prosperous yet sustainable Australia?

Australia’s 27 years of uninterrupted growth, the longest period without a recession of any developed country, puts it in an enviable position.

Climate change
Health technology
Energy

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