Developing Roadmaps to Enhance Nuclear Energy Sustainability: Final Report of the INPRO Collaborative Project ROADMAPS

The ROADMAPS collaborative project developed a roadmap template and ROADMAPS-ET tool to enhance nuclear energy sustainability. It includes case studies and an approach for integrating national roadmaps at regional and global levels.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 70 pages
Publication date: 30 November 2021
Publisher: IAEA

This publication presents the outcomes of the INPRO collaborative project ROADMAPS, which has been developed through a series of collaborative endeavors within INPRO. The concept of roadmapping for enhanced nuclear energy sustainability is introduced, which has been cultivated through numerous collaborative projects within INPRO. The primary products of the ROADMAPS collaborative project are the roadmap template and the ROADMAPS-ET tool. ROADMAPS-ET is an analytical decision support tool designed to structure, unify, and visualize data related to long-term nuclear energy planning and the enhancement of nuclear energy system sustainability. It is complemented by an approach for the bottom-up integration of national roadmaps. The publication includes case studies, serving as trial applications of the roadmap template. These studies explore national or cooperative long-term nuclear energy deployment scenarios, employing both evolutionary and innovative nuclear energy technologies. Additionally, examples of potential roadmap aggregation for analysis at regional and global levels are provided.

Introduction:
The INPRO collaborative project ROADMAPS aims to foster enhanced nuclear energy sustainability through roadmapping methodologies. This publication showcases the project's outputs, which encompass the development of a roadmap template and the introduction of the ROADMAPS-ET tool.

Roadmap Template:
The roadmap template is a comprehensive framework designed to guide the development of roadmaps for nuclear energy sustainability enhancement. It provides a structured approach to organizing and presenting information, enabling stakeholders to identify key challenges, opportunities, and actions required to achieve sustainable nuclear energy development.

ROADMAPS-ET Tool:
ROADMAPS-ET is an analytical decision support tool specifically tailored for structuring, unifying, and visualizing data related to long-term nuclear energy planning and sustainability enhancement. It offers a user-friendly interface that facilitates the exploration and analysis of complex data sets, enabling stakeholders to make informed decisions about nuclear energy policy and strategy.

Case Studies:
The publication includes case studies that demonstrate the practical application of the roadmap template. These case studies address national or cooperative long-term nuclear energy deployment scenarios, employing both evolutionary and innovative nuclear energy technologies. The studies provide insights into the potential benefits, challenges, and risks associated with different deployment options and technologies, aiding in the development of informed decision-making processes.

Roadmap Aggregation for Analysis at Regional and Global Levels:
The ROADMAPS project recognizes the importance of analyzing roadmaps at regional and global levels. The publication highlights examples of possible roadmap aggregation for analysis, allowing for a broader understanding of the global landscape of nuclear energy sustainability. This aggregation can facilitate the exchange of best practices, knowledge, and experiences, contributing to the development of more effective and sustainable nuclear energy policies and strategies.

Conclusion:
The INPRO collaborative project ROADMAPS has made significant contributions to the field of nuclear energy sustainability by developing the roadmap template and introducing the ROADMAPS-ET tool. The case studies and roadmap aggregation examples presented in this publication demonstrate the practical applications of these tools and provide valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities associated with enhanced nuclear energy sustainability. As the global landscape of nuclear energy continues to evolve, the ROADMAPS project will remain an important resource for policymakers, industry professionals, and researchers seeking to promote sustainable and resilient nuclear energy systems.

Weight: 240g
Dimension: 297 x 210 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789201082213