Nuclear Inter Jura 2024 Congress – 03 to 07 November 2024
Nuclear New Build Renaissance: In Search of New Approaches to Legal and Regulatory Challenges
Day 3 – Advanced Nuclear Technologies – SMRs, MMRs and Fusion
– Short- and Long-term Perspectives
08:30-09:00
Registration of participants
Conference Area 1st floor will be open:
Wednesday, November 6, 2024 between 8:30 am – 9 am
09:00-10:30
Session 11: From Vision to Reality: SMR & AMR Vendors’ Panel Discussion on Implementing New Nuclear Technologies
Session objectives
This session kicks off the third day of the Congress by exploring the cutting edge of advanced nuclear technologies through the lens of industry vendors. It delves into the exciting world of these innovative solutions, examining their implementation prospects and the future landscape of the market.
Key Focus Areas:
- Vendor Showcase: Witness firsthand the latest advancements in advanced nuclear technologies as leading vendors present their most innovative offerings.
- Implementation Challenges and Solutions: Industry experts will tackle the practical hurdles associated with bringing advanced nuclear technologies to market.
- Market Outlook and Future Trends: Gain valuable insights into the current state and projected trajectory of the advanced nuclear market.
The session is designed for a broad audience with a stake in the future of nuclear energy, including:
- Utility representatives evaluating options for new nuclear build projects.
- Policymakers shaping national and international nuclear energy strategies.
- Investors and financiers seeking opportunities in the advanced nuclear market.
- Regulators overseeing the development and deployment of new nuclear technologies.
- Industry professionals across the spectrum of advanced nuclear technology.
Join Session 11 for a comprehensive overview of the latest advancements in advanced nuclear technologies. Gain invaluable insights from leading industry vendors as they unveil their most innovative solutions.
PRESENTATIONS/ PANEL DISCUSSION
Chairperson
- Ms. Laetitia Mary Cash – Host of Safer Cleaner Planet Series, Director, Transition2Zero
Opening address
- Mr. Laurent Kueny – Director of Energy, Ministry in charge of Energy, France
Presentation: Nuclear Law as an enabler for SMR/AMR business models
- Mr. Ray P. Kuyler – Deputy General Counsel, Westinghouse Electric Company
Presentation: AP300 SMR
Speakers – discussion
- Mr. Laurent Kueny – Director of Energy, Ministry in charge of Energy, France
- Mr. Thierry Deschaux – General Director, EDF Representative Office in Poland
- Mr. Ray P. Kuyler – Deputy General Counsel, Westinghouse Electric Company
- Mr. Marcin Ciepliński – Head of Strategy & Development, ORLEN Synthos Green Energy
- Mr. Ted Jones – Senior Director, National Security and International Programs, Nuclear Energy Institute
- Mr. Peter Hall – General Counsel, Rolls-Royce SMR Limited
10:30-11:00
Coffee break
11:00-12:20
Session 12: Bridging the Gaps: A Regulatory Panel on Standardization of Regulatory Frameworks for Advanced Nuclear Technologies
Session objectives
The fast evolution of advanced nuclear technologies generates a flow of revolutionary concepts that push the national authorities to rethink the state-of-art regulations, potential threats, opportunities, and prospects of further development.
In the context of harmonization of regulatory frameworks, a lively debated term of “leveraging” comes into play, posing some important questions:
- To what extend an evaluation done by other nuclear regulatory body can be used, and what are the legal constraints that prevent its effective use?
- What are the benefits and opportunities of such a cooperation?
- What are the threats, and dangers of such a cooperation?
- How to reach an agreement over considerably different national regulations?
- When seeking the answers, the panel will engage into a deep consideration on mutual recognition of safety evaluations.
The discussion will hopefully pave the way and contribute to the upcoming issue of the IAEA TECDOC on “leveraging”, which is being developed by IAEA NHSI WG-3, as well as further cooperation in Phase 2 of the Nuclear Harmonization and Standardization Initiative.
PANEL DISCUSSION
Chairperson
- Ms. Iga Pocztarek – Tofil – Director of the Policy and International Cooperation Bureau, National Atomic Energy Agency (PAA)
Session Secretary
- Mr. Dominik Rauchut – Head of Advanced Reactor Assessment Division, National Atomic Energy Agency of the Republic of Poland (PAA)
Keynote speaker
- Mr. Mark Foy – Chief Executive and Chief Nuclear Inspector, Office for Nuclear Regulation
Speakers
- Ms. Sarah Jane Eaton – Director General Directorate of Advanced Reactor Technologies, Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission
- Mr. Gregory Bowman – Deputy Director for the Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation, U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
- Mr. Mgr. Štěpán Kochánek – Director of the Section for Nuclear Safety (the Deputy-Chair of the State Office For Nuclear Safety), State Office For Nuclear Safety
- Ms. Paula Calle Vives – Senior Nuclear Safety Officer, Division of Nuclear Installation Safety, IAEA
12:20-12:40
Go Nuclear – Breaking Regulatory Impediments. A Fireside Chat with Rumina Velshi
Moderator
- Mr. Łukasz Młynarkiewicz, PhD – President, International Nuclear Law Association
Speaker
- Ms. Rumina Velshi – Strategic Advisor to the Board, OSGE
12:40-13:30
Lunch
13:30-14:55
Session 13: The International and European Legal Framework for the Development of ANT Projects
Session objectives
This session delves into the intricate legal frameworks governing the development and deployment of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) and Micro Modular Reactors (MMRs) at both the international and European levels. Experts will provide valuable insights and analysis of the current legal landscape, its impact on SMRs and MMRs, and potential future developments.
Key Areas of Focus:
- International Legal Framework: Speakers will explore how international frameworks might need to adapt to accommodate the unique characteristics of SMR and MMR projects, addressing issues such as licensing, safety and security standards. This will include an examination of India’s approach to liberalizing nuclear power through SMRs.
- EU Regulatory Framework: The session will analyze the adequacy of the Euratom Treaty and other relevant EU regulations in light of SMR and MMR development and deployment within the European Union, with a focus on harmonization efforts, potential legal barriers, and the compliance of SMR investments with international investment law principles.
- National Legal Considerations: While the session focuses on the broader legal context, it will also acknowledge the crucial role of national legal considerations and their interaction with international and EU law. This includes aspects such as site licensing, environmental impact assessments, public engagement, liability regimes, and security considerations for SMRs. The session will draw upon the Polish experience with its energy transition and the potential role of SMRs.
This session is ideal for:
- Legal professionals specializing in nuclear energy law, international law, and project development.
- Policymakers and regulators involved in developing and implementing legal frameworks for SMRs and MMRs at various levels of governance.
- Industry representatives involved in the design, manufacturing, and deployment of SMRs and MMRs, seeking to navigate the complex legal environment.
- Investors and financiers seeking an in-depth overview of the legal landscape for SMR and MMR projects.
- Academics and researchers interested in the legal, regulatory, and policy implications of SMR and MMR technologies.
Join Session 13 for a comprehensive and insightful discussion on the international and European legal frameworks for SMRs and MMRs.
PRESENTATIONS / PANEL DISCUSSION
Co-Chairs
- Mr. Marc Beyens – Secretary General / Past President, International Nuclear Law Association (INLA)
- Mr. Denis Philippe – Attorney at Law & Professor, Philippe and Partners, Catholic University of Louvain, University of Paris X
Speakers – presentations
- Mr. Simon Stuttaford – Principal, Castletown Law
Presentation: Poland’s Energy Transition and the Potential Role of Advanced Nuclear Technologies: An International Perspective to the Legal and Regulatory Challenges
- Mr. Przemysław Gorzkowski – Chief Legal Officer, Nuclear PL sp. z o.o.
Presentation: Legal Barriers to the Deployment of ANT Reactors in the European Union. Is the Euratom Treaty sufficient?
- Mr. Riju Raj Singh Jamwal, PhD(c) – Managing Partner, JRD & Partners Law Firm, India
Presentation: The Small Modular Reactors: India’s Predicament to Liberalise Nuclear Power
- Ms. Patrycja Wysocka – Partner; co-leader of Energy & Natural Resources, Kubas, Kos, Gałkowski – Adwokaci sp.k.
Presentation: Could the Small Modular Reactors play the key role on the way to decarbonizing the industry sector? Legal challenges.
- Ms. Dr. Chinenye Nriezedi-Anejionu – Senior Lecturer-in-Law, Nottingham Law School, Nottingham Trent University UK
Presentation: Legal Analysis of the Compliance of SMR Nuclear Energy Technology Investments with the Principles of International Investment Law
Following the presentations, a panel discussion will allow for further exploration of the key topics.
15:00-16:10
Session 14: Panel Discussion: Legal Challenges in Implementing Advanced Nuclear Technologies
Session objectives
This session dives deep into the intricate legal landscape surrounding the implementation of advanced nuclear technologies. Featuring a diverse panel of experts, this session offers a comprehensive exploration of the legal hurdles that need to be overcome for successful deployment.
This session is ideal for:
- Lawyers specializing in nuclear energy law, environmental law, and project development.
- Policymakers shaping national and international legal frameworks for advanced nuclear technologies.
- Regulators responsible for ensuring compliance with legal requirements for nuclear projects.
- Industry professionals involved in the development and deployment of advanced nuclear technologies.
- Academics and researchers focused on the legal aspects of nuclear energy.
Join Session 14 for a stimulating discussion on navigating the legal complexities surrounding the implementation of advanced nuclear technologies. This session provides a valuable platform for legal experts, policymakers, and industry stakeholders to collaborate and explore solutions for advancing this transformative technology.
PANEL DISCUSSION WITH INTRODUCTORY PRESENTATION
Chairperson
- Mr. Patrick Reyners – Scientific Advisor, International Nuclear Law Association
Speakers
- Ms. Kimberly Sexton Nick – Head, Division of Nuclear Law, OECD Nuclear Energy Agency
Introductory presentation: Environmental Assessments and Public Participation in Licensing Advanced Nuclear Technologies - Mr. Anthony Wetherall – Head, Nuclear and Treaty Law Section, Office of Legal Affairs, International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
Presentation: Legal Considerations for ANT - Mr. Zbigniew Stasiak – Counsel, Clyde Krasnodębski Kulińska i Wspólnicy sp. k.
16:10-16:30
Coffee break
16:30-17:55
Session 15: Legal Frameworks for Nuclear Fusion
Session objectives
This session underscores the imperative for innovative legal thinking in regulating emerging technologies. As we delve into international, regional, and national perspectives, we will introduce the commendable work of the International Group of Legal Experts on Fusion Energy (FELEX).
The focus of INLA’s Working Group 8 on nuclear fusion is to develop a viable proposal for the international regulation of nuclear fusion, championing a forward-looking, ex ante regulation of fusion technologies.
This session promises to be a thought-provoking exploration of the legal challenges and opportunities presented by these novel technologies. We look forward to your active participation and engagement.
PRESENTATIONS / PANEL DISCUSSION
Chairperson
- Mr. Karoly Tamas Olajos – ITER Site & Buildings Legal Affairs Group Leader, Fusion for Energy
Session Secretary
- Mr. Philipp Sauter – Research Fellow, Max-Planck-Institute for Comparative Public Law and International Law
Speakers – presentations
- Mr. Wolfram Tonhauser – Chairperson, FELEX
Presentation: The International Group of Legal Experts on Fusion Energy (FELEX) – Key Issues
- Mr. Karoly Tamas Olajos – ITER Site & Buildings Legal Affairs Group Leader, Fusion for Energy
Presentation: Towards a Global Fusion Ecosystem – A Supply Chain Perspective
- Mr. Philipp Sauter – Research Fellow, Max-Planck-Institute for Comparative Public Law and International Law
Presentation: European Law and Fusion – Challenges and Opportunities to Harmonize Fusion Regulation in the EU
- Mr. Manuel Torres Balao – Legal Officer, Fusion for Energy (F4E)
Presentation: Spain’s Fusion Journey: Insights and the Dones Project
- Ms. Kristin Weiß – PhD Candidate, University of Würzburg
Presentation: Comparing the Regulatory Framework Applicable to Fusion Power Plants Under German and US Law
Following the presentations, a panel discussion will allow for further exploration of the key topics.
Speakers – discussion
- Mr. Karoly Tamas Olajos (moderator) – ITER Site & Buildings Legal Affairs Group Leader, Fusion for Energy
- Ms. Lisa Thiele – Vice-President, Legal and Commission Affairs & Senior General Counsel, Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission
- Mr. Ian Salter – Partner, Burges Salmon LLP
- Ms. Ximena Vásquez – Maignan – Counsel, White & Case LLP
- Mr. Wolfram Tonhauser – Chairperson, FELEX
- Ms. Elena de Boissieu – Legal Adviser, OECD Nuclear Energy Agency
17:55-18:00
Summary. End of Day Three
20:00
Gala Dinner
- Venue: Crowne Plaza® Warsaw – The HUB
- Located at: Rondo Daszyńskiego 2, 00-843 Warsaw
- Dresscode: Formal Attire
*The organizers reserve the right to make changes to the event program.