Strengthening International Safeguards Implementation Through Engagement and Training

摘要

The peaceful application of nuclear technology has provided tremendous benefits to the human race. Chief amongst these is the production of stable and secure electricity from nuclear power. Nuclear power is one of the only non-greenhouse gas emitting options for countries seeking a clean baseload power and energy security. But harnessing these benefits must be bound by robust safety and security programs as well as commitments and assurances to the international community for transparency to ensure that all activities and materials are used solely for peaceful purposes. These assurances are facilitated by the international safeguards verification activities conducted by the IAEA. These verification activities, along with international agreements such as the NPT, are the cornerstone of global nuclear nonproliferation In turn, the IAEA depends on SSAC of nuclear material in order to perform its verification activities. Implementation of a robust SSAC depends on human resources, technological capacities, and organizational knowledge and skills. International engagement and training- such as those provided by ORNL in support of the US objectives for nonproliferation- provide the technical and organizational guidance needed for the implementation of international safeguards.