StratComs Events in collaboration with Centre for Strategic Energy & Resources is pleased to bring you its 8th Asia Pacific Nuclear Energy (APNE 24) – a ground breaking summit focused on developing nuclear energy in the Asia Pacific region particularly the ASEAN countries who are currently looking at nuclear energy as a viable addition to their countries energy mix in light of growing energy demands. We are delighted to have Korea Nuclear Association endorse the 2 day summit.
ASEAN countries have no operational nuclear reactors currently but all of that could change very quickly – Vietnam, Indonesia and the Philippines are all looking to not only relaunch their civil nuclear projects but to look at new technologies like SMRs, ARs, thorium and floating nuclear power barges to meet their ever growing energy needs and reduce their dependence on fossil fuels. Current energy policy choices in Asia will have huge implications for its future energy mix and will be critical to meeting global environmental targets. Countries in Southeast Asia cooperating internationally with nuclear energy experienced countries including South Korea, Japan, US and the UK. We are currently in the midst of an energy crisis and fossil fuels still make up 83% of Southeast Asia’s energy mix with energy demand expected to increase exponentially exposing these countries to increasing economic, energy security and geopolitical risks – balancing energy security, energy equity and energy sustainability.
“Nuclear energy will account for 34.5% of South Korea’s electricity generation by 2035, compared with 27.4% in 2021, according to the latest plan finalised by the country’s Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy (MOTIE)” 12 Jan 2023, WNN
In July 2023, the government finalised its 10th Basic Plan for Energy Supply and Demand and laid out its new energy policy which plans to keep nuclear energy’s share of the energy mix at a minimum of 30% by 2030. The plan included a call to resume the construction of units 3 and 4 at the Shin Hanul nuclear power plant to resume along with strengthening exports of new energy industries and setting the ambitious goal of exporting 10 nuclear power plants by 2030 as well as the development of a Korean small modular reactor design.
With the clock ticking, what measures should be prioritised to achieve netzero by 2050? Discussions at the recent COP28 have further emphasised the global agenda to fast track energy transition increasing energy efficiency and looking at all options to increase capacity and ensuring energy security.
Summit Chairman: Tom O’Sullivan, CEO, Mathyos Global Advisory, Japan
Confirmed Speakers: Lee Heung-Joo, Former Vice President, KEPCO (Korea Electric Power Corp);
Member, Advisory Board, Korea Nuclear Association, RoK (South Korea) Charles Oppenheimer, Founder, Oppenheimer Project, Oppenheimer Energy Ventures, USA Mark Nelson, Managing Director, Radiant Energy Group, USA Richard Ollington, Partner, Radiant Energy Group, UK Nobuo Tanaka,
Chair, Steering Committee of Innovation for Cool Earth Forum (ICEF);
Executive Director Emeritus, International Energy Agency (IEA); CEO,Tanaka Global, Inc., Japan Francois Morin, Director, China, World Nuclear Association Prof Yim Man-Sung, Vice President, International Office;
Professor Emeritus, Nuclear and Quantum Engineering; KAIST, RoK (South Korea) Milko Kovachev, International Expert, The International Bank for Nuclear Infrastructure (IBNI) Prof, Jun Arima, Senior Policy Fellow for Energy & Environment, Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA) Jose Esteve, Offshore Gas & Power Market Leader, Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore, France Dr Pham Kim Long, Deputy Head, Department of Planing & R&D Management, VINATOM, Vietnam Dr Ryu Jae Soo, Director, Ph.D, Advanced Nuclear Fuel Cycle Technology Division, Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute, RoK (South Korea) Chun In-Bum, Senior Fellow, Association of the United States Army Advisory board for the National Bureau of Asian Research, the Global SOF Foundation,
the Global American Business Institute RoK, (South Korea) Manmohan Parkash, Former Senior Advisor, Office of the President, Asian Development Bank, The Philippines Ximena Vásquez-Maignan, Counsel, White & Case LLP, France Prof Yoko Iwama, National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies (GRIPS), Director, Security and Strategy Programme, GRIPS, Japan Dario Martinez, Economist, Nuclear Alternative Project, Puerto Rico Angelica Oung, Founder, Clean Energy Transition Alliance, Taiwan Tobi Menzies, Secretary, Nuclear Energy Maritime Organisation (NEMO), UK Frank Ling, Chief Scientist, Anthropocene Institute, USA Dr Joo Hyung Moon, Head, Ph.D, Export Strategy Development Section, Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute, RoK (South Korea) Dr Carlo Arcilla, Director, Philippine Nuclear Research Institute, The Philippines Jun Kojima, Head of Overseas Investment, Egg FORWARD. Inc. Japan
The focus of the 2 day is to stimulate dialogue to assess the economics, current market conditions, development and implementation opportunities for the advancement of nuclear energy as part of the energy transition for current and future energy mix to meet decarbonisation goals and attain environmental sustainability. The summit will feature innovative technology for nuclear energy including SMRs, ARs, floating nuclear platforms, fusion energy and micro reactors and why countries need to work together and collaborate to push their nuclear energy agenda forward.
Our annual nuclear energy briefings bring together key stakeholders, regulators, government, EPCs, financial institutions and vendors to discuss openly and candidly about the future of nuclear energy as a key element in the energy mix of the future. Erratic and constant energy rising prices and the ever increasing threat to its regular and uninterrupted supply show that nuclear energy has to be key on every country’s agenda for energy mix.
Issues to be to be addressed at APNE 24 include:
Innovative Technologies – Explore the latest advancements and breakthroughs in next-gen nuclear energy technologies shaping the landscaped in Asia Pacific region
AI powered solutions
SMR/AR
Floating nuclear power plants
LWR, Gen IV, Fusion
Thorium
Development Strategies – Discuss effective strategies and frameworks for the development and integration of next-gen nuclear energy into the energy mix, emphasising sustainability and efficiency
International Collaboration – Examine opportunities and challenges in fostering international partnerships for the advancement of nuclear energy, ensuring a collaborative approach to regional energy transition
Decarbonisation Goals – Address the role of next-gen nuclear energy in achieving decarbonisation objectives, emphasising its potential to provide clean and reliable energy sources.
Energy Security - Delve into the implications of next-gen nuclear energy on regional energy security, exploring how it can contribute to a stable and resilient energy supply. Understanding the trilemma of energy security, energy equity and energy sustainability
Public Perception - Explore communication strategies and initiatives to enhance public understanding and acceptance of next-gen nuclear energy, addressing concerns and building trust.
Regulatory Frameworks -Discuss the regulatory landscape surrounding next-gen nuclear technologies, considering frameworks that promote safety, innovation, and international cooperation.
Economic Viability - Assess the economic aspects of deploying next-gen nuclear energy, including cost-effectiveness, financing models, and potential economic benefits for the Asia Pacific region.
Infrastructure and Deployment - Examine the necessary infrastructure requirements and deployment strategies for integrating next-gen nuclear energy solutions into the existing energy infrastructure.
Case Studies and Best Practices - Share successful case studies and best practices from regions that have effectively implemented next-gen nuclear energy solutions, offering insights for the Asia Pacific context.
Financing nuclear energy projects
challenges and opportunities and understanding the relevance of international investors and stakeholders
competitiveness
delivering projects on time and within budget
Government backed financing
You can help shape the programme and address the pressing issues surrounding nuclear energy in Asia Pacific.
This briefing will be structured to take a comprehensive look at the issues surrounding nuclear energy as part of the solution to climate change, decarbonisation and achieving net zero with the goal of bringing together a variety of stakeholders to examine each issue. The dialogue will be about the “why”, “how” and “how much” of these applications, so that briefing attendees will gain a greater appreciation of the different technologies available and strategies to be employed for each application focusing on a positive outcome.
2 Day Programme Agenda:
Day 1, 28 May 2024, Tuesday
8:00
Registration & Morning Coffee
9:00
Chairman’s Welcome Address – Overview of Summit Objectives Tom O’Sullivan, CEO, Mathyos Global Advisory, Japan
Morning Keynote Addresses
9:15
Opening Keynote Address
Fissions past and future
Learning from the first principles and history
Charles Oppenheimer, Founder, Oppenheimer Project, Oppenheimer Energy Ventures, USA
9:45
Keynote Address – Korea's Nuclear Power Development Experience and Competitiveness
Nuclear development history & experience of Korea
Korean nuclear industry status & prospects
Lee Heung-Joo, Former Vice President, KEPCO (Korea Electric Power Corp), Member, Advisory Board, Korea Nuclear Association, RoK (South Korea)
10:15
International Keynote Address The Nuclear Energy Maker and Marker for National Economic Growth
Energy abundance, a foundation for growth
Nuclear capabilities, climbing the value ladder
The German case study
The 21st century case nuclear
Mark Nelson, Managing Director, Radiant Energy Group, USA
10:45
Morning Coffee and Networking Opportunity
11:15
Morning Keynote Panel Session – The Role of Next-Gen Nuclear Energy in Asia Pacific’s Energy Transition Future
Panel Facilitator: Tom O’Sullivan, CEO, Mathyos Global Advisory, Japan
Panelists: Mark Nelson, Managing Director, Radiant Energy Group, USA Charles Oppenheimer, Founder, Oppenheimer Project, Oppenheimer Energy Ventures, USA Nobuo Tanaka,
Chair, Steering Committee of Innovation for Cool Earth Forum (ICEF)
Executive Director Emeritus, International Energy Agency (IEA) CEO,Tanaka Global, Inc., Japan Prof, Jun Arima, Senior Policy Fellow for Energy & Environment, Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA), Indonesia Dr Ryu Jae Soo, Director, Ph.D, Advanced Nuclear Fuel Cycle Technology Division, Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute, RoK Francois Morin, Director, China, World Nuclear Association
12:15
Afternoon Lunch and Networking Opportunity
International Collaboration and Regional Updates
1:15
Joint Presentation: Global Energy & Climate Crises: Winners & Losers - Future of Nuclear Power Collaboration between Japan, Korea and the US
Nuclear power enjoys more support in countries after Ukraine war
Sustainable Nuclear needs 3 additional conditions – Integral Fast Reactor, Nuclear Propulsion submarines and de-nuclearisation of North Korea
Camp David Summit must cover nuclear power as one of the follow ups
Nobuo Tanaka
Chair, Steering Committee of Innovation for Cool Earth Forum (ICEF);
Executive Director Emeritus, International Energy Agency (IEA); CEO,Tanaka Global, Inc., Japan
Chun In-Bum, Senior Fellow, Association of the United States Army (AUSA), Advisory board for theNational Bureau of Asian Research, the Global SOF Foundation, the Global American Business Institute
2:00
The role of nuclear in tackling energy security and climate change
Geopolitical tensions including Ukraine War and Hams Israel War is elevating the priority of energy security in many countries
While countries are promoting renewable and energy efficiency as primary means for addressing climate change, it is becoming more evident that renewable is not the silver bullet due to various factors as its intermittency, high intensity of critical minerals and so forth.
That is the reason why an increasing number of countries intend to use nuclear as "arrow in the quiver" in pursuing their climate targets while fulfilling energy security.
It is remarkable that COP28 acknowledged, for the first time, the role of nuclear together with renewable zero emissions technologies to be promoted.
In combating energy security and climate mitigation, "all of the above" approach is essential.
Prof, Jun Arima, Senior Policy Fellow for Energy & Environment, Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA)
2:30
Vietnam - Update on Vietnam’s Energy Policies - Vietnam's Electricity Development Plan for the period 2021 - 2030, with a vision to 2050 Dr Pham Kim Long, Deputy Head, Department of Planing & R&D Management, VINATOM, Vietnam
3:00
Philippines – Philippines Energy Plans and the Role that Nuclear Energy will play Dr Carlo Arcilla,Director, Philippine Nuclear Research Institute,The Philippines
Safety, Legal and Regulatory Framework
3:30
Afternoon Tea and Networking Opportunity
4:00
Financing Nuclear Energy : New Pathways (Via Zoom) Manmohan Parkash, Former Senior Advisor, Office of the President, Asian Development Bank
4:30
Decarbonising the industry with Small Modular Reactors: The Impact of the Nuclear Liability (Via Zoom)
Overview of current calls to decarbonize the industry and of latest developments relating to small modular reactors (SMRs)
Nuclear liability is the special regime applicable in case there is a nuclear incident that causes nuclear damage. However, it also has an impact on the structuring of a nuclear project, as it requires that the nuclear site and the operator be determined, and on the financing, as it requires that the operator maintains an insurance or financial security to cover its nuclear liability.
Ximena Vásquez-Maignan, Counsel, White & Case LLP
5:00
Closing Keynote Day 1 – Accelerating SMRs deployment and Embarking on Nuclear Countries Expectations (Via Zoom)
The session will cover Milko’s experience working with Newcomer countries and ASEAN whist at the IAEA, cases extracted from INIR missions in those countries as well as the revision of the IAEA Milestones approach and the SMR Appendix which Milko had the opportunity to contribute to. The presentation will also highlight some of the funding and financing aspects for new nuclear.
Milko Kovachev, International Expert, The International Bank for Nuclear Infrastructure (IBNI)
5:30
Chairman’s Closing Remarks
6:00
Networking Evening Drinks Hosted by: Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore
Day 2, 29 May 2024, Wednesday
8:30
Registration & Morning Coffee
9:00
Chairman’s Remarks – Key takeaways from Day 1 and Objectives for Day 2 Tom O’Sullivan, CEO, Mathyos Global Advisory, Japan
Towards a Sustainable and Secure Future – Meeting Future Needs Investment Opportunities and Effective Financing Strategies
9:15
Puerto Rico's Economic Landscape for Developing Advanced Nuclear Energy (Via Zoom)
Initial Market Conditions: What is the current baseline of the economy in Puerto Rico?
What are the four pillars for economic growth in Puerto Rico and their challenges?
What problems might advanced nuclear energy solve in the energy matrix?
Dario Martinez, Economist, Nuclear Alternative Project, Puerto Rico
9:45
Keynote Address Public Support, A Catalyst for Growth across ASEAN
What the public wants from energy, government and the nuclear industry
It’s all relative, ASEAN nuclear’s position in the world of energy
The Fukushima impact
What next for public support?
Richard Ollington, Partner, Radiant Energy Group, UK
10:15
Thoughts to Overcome Challenges in Nuclear Power Development
Brief review of global nuclear power development since “Atoms for Peace”
Challenges in national nuclear power development
Thoughts to overcome the challenges in national nuclear power development
Lessons from South Korea’s experience
Prof Yim Man-Sung, Vice President, International Office
Professor Emeritus, Nuclear and Quantum Engineering, KAIST, RoK
10:45
The Place of China nuclear in the New Nuclear Optimism - SMR and the future of nuclear Francois Morin, Director, China, World Nuclear Association
11:15
Morning Coffee & Networking Opportunities
11:45
Panel Session – Powering Data Centres and AI This session will discuss the power projections for Data Centres and AI.
The questions here are how nuclear energy can fill the gap and provide the sizeable energy needed whilst still being economical and efficient and in the time frame required. Data Centres are being set up globally and operators will need to ensure that there is sufficient energy available in the time frame they need.
Moderator: Charles Oppenheimer, Founder, Oppenheimer Project, Oppenheimer Energy Ventures, USA
Panelists: Frank Ling, Chief Scientist, Anthropocene Institute, USA Richard Ollington, Partner, Radiant Energy Group, UK Jun Kojima, Head of Overseas Investment, Egg FORWARD. Inc. Japan
12:45
Afternoon Lunch and Networking Opportunity
1:30
Taiwan at the Crossroads : A Nuclear Exit or a Nuclear Revival?
Taiwan's Nuclear Legacy - Taiwan relied on nuclear for up to 50% of its energy needs during the 1980s. However, due to sustained political opposition, the construction and operation of new reactors have been halted. The final operational legacy reactor is scheduled for shutdown by 2025, aligning with the ruling Democratic Progressive Party's (DPP) vision of a 'nuclear-free homeland.'
Taiwan's fragilizing grid - As existing reactors are phased out, and are replaced in part by renewable sources like solar and wind as well as fossils, Taiwan's grid is facing increasing fragility and a slight uptick in carbon emissions. Industrial players as well as a burgeoning pro-nuclear activism movement are calling not only for the continued operation of existing nuclear power plants but the construction of new facilities. This issue has become a highly contentious and partisan topic with no clear resolution in sight.
Looking for leadership - With the recent election of President Lai Ching-te, Taiwan is poised to 'embrace the AI future.' However, his ambitious policy direction contrasts strongly with the latest bout of local blackouts and increased reports of concern about Taiwan's power supply to support current semiconductor manufacturing and other key industries. The success of Lai's vision of an AI-powered Taiwan may depend on whether the government can reconsider the planned phaseout of nuclear power.
Angelica Oung, Founder, Clean Energy Transition Alliance, Taiwan
2:00
Security Political Implications of the New Generation Nuclear Power Technologies in East Asia
“Atoms for Peace” was originally an Eisenhower initiative to make nuclear weapons as well as atomic energy acceptable to the general public: “Operation Candor.”
Both Japan and Korea chose to become a member of NPT, but not without domestic deliberation about whether to become a nuclear weapon state or not.
It is known that South Korea tried twice to go nuclear. It also has been trying repeatedly to acquire uranium enrichment capability but has been repeatedly denied by the Americans.
Although Japan has never openly tried to become a nuclear weapon state, there has always been an element of “hedging” in its civilian nuclear programs. It kept the full range of technological capabilities that would allow it to become a nuclear weapon state in a relatively short time period. There has been in the past several years open discussions about bringing back the US tactical nuclear weapons to the Korean Peninsula, and also about the hypothetical possibility of acquiring nuclear weapons.
With the credibility of American commitment to Taiwan and its extended nuclear deterrence waning, it is unlikely that Japan or Korea would be willing to totally give up the “hedging” option. This is probably easier under the current technology which makes it possible to accumulate certain amount of plutonium.
Therefore, the tense security situation in East Asia as well as the weakening of the US extended deterrence may actually work detrimental to the whole-hearted adoption of new technologies which are more proliferation-resistant.
Prof Yoko Iwama, National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies (GRIPS), Director, Security and Strategy Programme, GRIPS, Japan
Exploring Innovation and Development in Next-Gen Nuclear Energy – Technological Advancements
2:30
Development and Deployment of SMART in the Republic of Korea
Opportunities for SMART Application: Canada Case Study
Strengths of SMART Development
Challenges of SMART Deployment
Dr Joo Hyung Moon, Head, Ph.D, Export Strategy Development Section, Korea Atomic Energy Research Insitute, RoK (South Korea)
3:00
Deployment Potential of SMRs through non-traditional construction
Jose will present a risk-based new technology qualification approach demonstrated in floating liquefied natural gas projects 10-15 years ago.
SMRs could be built in factories and transported for installation in transportable and floating nuclear power plants constructed in shipyards
Support identification of those components that will be designed, built, installed, operated, maintained and decommissioned considering a different environment, codes and supply chains to those of the nuclear industry and then assessing the technology qualification activities that will be needed
The goal is to provide a methodology to help realise the promised deployment potential of SMRs through non-traditional construction and siting approaches using shipyards and marine codes/standards
Jose Esteve, Offshore Gas & Power Market Leader, Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore, France
3:30
Afternoon Tea and Networking Opportunity
4:00
Panel Session – Innovations Driving the Future for Nuclear Energy
What the security and political implications for new technologies in nuclear energy?
How can governments help commercialise SMRs?
Considerations specific to deployment of SMRs
Shorter construction time and longer fuel cycle
Will the benefits of smaller reactor designs be sufficient to overcome the loss in economies of scale
How can SMR/AR be used to disrupt the energy industry with innovative technology that can be applied beyond the energy industry? Which other industries can benefit from SMR/AR
Technology and policy issues impacting the implementation of small reactors
Moderator: Angelica Oung, Founder, Clean Energy Transition Alliance, Taiwan
Panelists: Jose Esteve, Offshore Gas & Power Market Leader, Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore, France Dr Carlo Arcilla,Director, Philippine Nuclear Research Institute,The Philippines
4:45
Challenges existing in the regulatory path for Commercial Maritime Nuclear (Via Zoom)
Some of the possible frameworks that could enable solutions
NEMO aims and objectives
NEMO structure in terms of Working Groups and their focus
Tobi Menzies, Secretary, Nuclear Energy Maritime Organization (NEMO), UK
5:15
Chairman’s Closing Comments with Recap of Key Insights and Learning. Acknowledgements and Appreciation and an Invitation to Future Collaborations for APNE 25
5:30
Close of APNE 24
Outstanding Speaker Faculty including:
Lee Heung-Joo
Former Vice President, KEPCO (Korea Electric Power Corp), Member, Advisory Board, Korea Nuclear Association, RoK (South Korea)
Former Senior Vice President of KEPCO (Korea Electric Power Corp.)
Current member of KNA Advisory Board
Education
Inha University / Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering
Professional History
Senior Vice President & Chief Global &Nuclear Business Oficcer / KEPCO
Corporate Vice President & Head of UAE Nuclear Project Department / KEPCO
Assistant Vice President & Head of Program Management Team under UAE Nuclear Project Department / KEPCO
General Manager of Project Control Team under Project Management Department of(UAE Nuclear Power Project / KEPCO
Tom O’Sullivan CEO, Mathyos Global Advisory, Japan
Tom O’Sullivan has over 30 years experience working in the Asia Pacific region in Japan and Hong Kong.
He has held senior roles at Deutsche Bank, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, and PricewaterhouseCoopers. He is a Civil Engineer and Chartered Accountant and most recently has specialized in the international energy sector advising Asia Pacific companies on strategy and international issues including cross-border investments and security related issues through his own company Mathyos Global Advisory.
He has a wide network of contacts in Europe and the United States as well as across the Asia Pacific region.
Charles Oppenheimer
Founder, Oppenheimer Project, Oppenheimer Energy Ventures, USA
Charles Oppenheimer is an investor and entrepreneur based in Silicon Valley.
As a founder of The Oppenheimer Project and member of 8090 Industustries, he is advocating and investing in the expansion of nuclear energy as a pathway to a more energy-abundant and peaceful world.
Mark Nelson Managing Director, Radiant Energy Group, USA
Mark W. Nelson holds an MPhil in Nuclear Engineering from Cambridge University and has been a consultant to the clean energy industry and environmental organizations around the world. His work and views have been covered in the New York Times, Bloomberg, Wall Street Journal, and leading European papers. He is based in Chicago.
Richard Ollington Partner, Radiant Energy Group, UK
Richard Ollington holds an MEng in Mechanical Engineering from Cambridge University and has worked as a strategy consultant in the energy industry for global clients. His work analysing public attitudes toward nuclear energy is world leading. He is based in London
Nobuo Tanaka
Chair, Steering Committee of Innovation for Cool Earth Forum (ICEF)
Executive Director Emeritus, International Energy Agency (IEA) (tbc)
CEO,Tanaka Global, Inc., Japan
Nobuo Tanaka is former Chairman of the Sasakawa Peace Foundation. He is the chairman of the Innovation for Cool Earth Forum (ICEF). He is Distinguished Fellow at Institute of Energy Economics, Japan (IEEJ) and Visiting Professor at Graduate School of Public Policy of the University of Tokyo. As Executive Director of the International Energy Agency (IEA) from 2007 to 2011, he initiated a collective release of oil stocks in June 2011. He also played a crucial and personal role in strengthening of ties with major non-Member energy players, including China and India.
He began his career in 1973 in the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) after graduating the University of Tokyo, and has served in a number of high-ranking positions, including DirectorGeneral of the Multilateral Trade System Department. He was deeply engaged in bilateral trade issues with the US as Minister for Industry, Trade and Energy at the Embassy of Japan, Washington DC. He served twice as Director for Science, Technology and Industry (DSTI) of the Paris-based international organization, OECD.
Prof. Jun Arima Senior Policy Fellow for Energy and Environment, Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and
East Asia (ERIA)
Prof Arima began his career at the Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry in 1982 (then, Ministry of International Trade and Industry), which was followed by more than three decades of experience in various roles in the field of energy and environment. From 1992 to 1994, he was in charge of multilateral/bilateral energy collaboration as Deputy Director, International Affairs Division, Agency of Natural Resources and Energy (ANRE), MITI. From 1996 to 1999, he was posted in Paris as Councilor of the Permanent Delegation of Japan to the OECD and served as the liaison between the GOJ and the International Energy Agency (IEA). From 1999 to 2002, he served three positions simultaneously in charge of energy efficiency regulations in the industrial sector, renewable energy promotion policies in the power sector, and multilateral/bilateral energy collaboration between Japan and overseas. During this period, he was also heavily engaged in the UNFCCC negotiation for working out detailed rules and modalities of the Kyoto Mechanisms.
From 2002 to 2006, he was assigned to the IEA as Head of the Country Studies Division. He led the in-depth reviews of 24 Member countries covering all the spectrum of energy policies including measures for reducing energy-related CO2 emissions. From 2006 to 2008, he served as Director, International Affairs Division, ANRE, METI and Councilor, International Energy Negotiation dealing with all the multilateral (IEA, APEC, ASEAN+3, EAS, IEF) and bilateral energy collaboration. In 2008, when Japan was the host country of the G8 Summit, he planned, coordinated, and implemented the G8 plus China, India, Korea Energy Ministers Meeting in Aomori.
From 2008 to 2011, he took up the position of Deputy Director General on Global Environmental Affairs and served as the chief negotiator at the AWG-KP in the UNFCCC negotiation process. From April 2011 to August 2015, he was Director General of the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) London Office and led investment and export promotion. He was also appointed as METI's Special Advisor on Global Environmental Affairs and continuously participated in the UNFCCC negotiation. He has participated in the COP negotiation fourteen times.
In 2015, he took up the position of Professor, Graduate School of Public Policy (GrasPP), University of Tokyo teaching international energy and climate policies. In 2017, he was appointed as Senior Policy Fellow on Energy and Environment, Economic Research Institute of ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA).
Currently, in addition to the Professorship at the University of Tokyo, he serves as Visiting Professor, International University of Japan, Project Leader for the 21st Century Public Policy, Distinguished Senior Research Fellow at the Asia Pacific Institute of Research, (APIR), Consulting Fellow at the Research Institute of Economy, Trade and Industry (RIETI), Visiting Researcher at the Institute of Energy Economics of Japan (IEEJ) and a member of German Japan Energy Transition Council (GJETC). He is also one of the Lead Authors of the forthcoming 6th Assessment Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).
Milko Kovachev International Expert, The International Bank for Nuclear Infrastructure (IBNI)
More than 40 years experience of energy and nuclear policy in the governmental, corporate and private sector.
Previous experience at IAEA, international nuclear engineering companies and financing institutions.
Served as minister of energy and economy in the government of Bulgaria.
Licensed Senior Reactor Operator, Deputy manager of Kozloduy NPP training center, head of department for operation and safety oversight at NEK.
Graduated Technical University of Sofia, Nuclear Engineering in 1979 and lectured as Principle Assistant Professor
Prof Yim Man-Sung Vice President, International Office Bently Chair Professor of Nuclear Engineering Director
Nuclear Nonproliferation Education & Research Centre KAIST, South Korea
MAN-SUNG YIM is Professor Emeritus of the Department of Nuclear and Quantum Engineering at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST). Formerly, he worked at Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute and served on the Nuclear Engineering faculty at North Carolina State University (NCSU) and MIT. He is currently a member of the Scientific Program Committee of Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty Organization (CTBTO), Council of Advisors on Nuclear Education, Science, Technology and Policy of OECD/NEA, International Radioactive Waste Management Advisory Committee of Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation, and Korean National Academy of Engineering. He is Associate Editor (Asia) of Nuclear Technology for American Nuclear Society and a member of Editorial Advisory Board of Progress in Nuclear Energy and International Journal of Nuclear Security. Dr. Yim’s work aims at safe and responsible use of nuclear technology. He is author of “Nuclear Waste Management: Science, Technology, and Policy” (textbook, Springer Nature) and “Energy Behind: Power that moves the world” (MID Publisher, in Korean (co-author)). Dr. Yim is a graduate of Seoul National University (Nuclear Engineering, BS/MS), University of Cincinnati (Nuclear Engineering, PhD), and Harvard University (Environmental Health Science, SM/ScD).
Jose Esteve Offshore Gas & Power Market Leader, Bureau Veritas
A Spanish MSc in Naval Architecture, who has mainly worked for the Offshore Oil and Gas Industry. During his 22 years in Bureau Veritas he has held various positions, namely project and asset integrity management for Congo offshore units, business development director for South East Asia, project director for the Digital Twin program and lastly the market leader for the offshore gas and power sector, being this his current position.
He holds a Master Degree on Energy Management delivered by the BI School of Management in Oslo, the ESCP Europe in Paris and the Institute Francais du Petrole in Paris.
Dr Pham Kim Long Deputy Head, Department of Planing & R&D Management, VINATOM, Vietnam
Dr Pham, nuclear physicist currently working at Department of Planning and R&D Management of the Vietnam Atomic Energy Institute (VINATOM).
VINATOM is a special ranked scientific organization under Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST), of which function is to assist Minister to perform duties including basic research, application and deployment of research results in the field of atomic energy, technical support for governmental management on atomic energy, radiation and nuclear safety, education and training in the field.
Dr Ryu Jae Soo Director, Ph.D, Advanced Nuclear Fuel Cycle Technology Division, Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute, ROK (South Korea)
Jae Soo RYU is Director of Advanced Fuel Cycle Technology Division at Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute (KAERI), in charge of developing pyroprocessing technology. He has been assigned this task since February 2022. Prior to assuming this task, he served as Director of International Relations Division at KAERI. For 20 years, he had been involved in international nuclear energy cooperation. He served as Project Manager for studies on issues such as enhancing US-ROK nuclear cooperation and strengthening international cooperation under the international regime including NPT, Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG), IAEA, etc. In particular, he was a member of the Korean delegation to negotiate the revision of the Korea-U.S. nuclear cooperation agreement. He also served as a representative of Branch Office of KAERI in Washington DC between 2014 and 2016. He received his B.S. and M.S. in Nuclear Engineering from Hanyang University, and Ph.D. in International Politics from Chungnam National University.
Chun In-Bum Senior Fellow, Association of the United States Army (AUSA), Advisory board for the National Bureau of Asian Research, the Global SOF Foundation,
the Global American Business Institute
Lieutenant General In-Bum Chun (ROK, Ret) served 38 years in the South Korean Army and retired in 2016. He served in Iraq and was part of a rescue mission in Afghanistan. He commanded combat units from platoon to the division level and his final command position was Commanding General of the ROK Special Forces. He is also fondly referred to be the Father of the Combined ROKUS Division. He has a PhD in political science and was a fellow with the Brookings Institute, US-Korea Institute under John's Hopkins University and a fellow with the Sam Nunn School of Georgia Tech, the Japanese National Institute for Defense Studies and the National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies (GRIPS). General Chun has a Bronze Star Medal, three Legion of Merits, and is the only Korean to receive the USSOCOM Medal. He is currently a Senior Fellow with the Association of the United States Army.
Angelica Oung Energy Reporter, Taiwan
Angelica Oung is an energy reporter based in Taipei, Taiwan. She has built a global audience with her analysis and commentary on offshore wind development in Taiwan and nuclear power development worldwide.
The issue closest to her heart is Taiwan's energy security and development. To this end, she has founded the Clean Energy Transition Alliance, a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing Taiwan's energy transition on a basis of stability and abundance.
Manmohan Parkash Former Senior Advisor, Office of the President, Asian Development Bank
An international finance expert, Mr. Parkash has over 38 years of experience in infrastructure development, finance, strategic leadership, and portfolio management in Asia Pacific countries. He has held senior positions with Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Government of India. He has a deep understanding of the international development agenda and multilateral institutions. He has shaped policy frameworks and mobilized billions of dollars from multiple sources for equitable and sustainable development in developing countries. He has structured financing of several large infrastructure projects in the energy and transport sectors. He has consistently delivered outstanding results by forging strong partnerships with governments, multilaterals, private sector, and other stakeholders; and driving organizational reforms. He is an inspiring leader, technology enthusiast, and a catalyst of change. Mr. Parkash has authored numerous publications including on energy, transport, climate change, environment, innovative financing modalities, trade, and regional cooperation.
Dario Martinez Economist, Nuclear Alternative Project, Puerto Rico
Dario A. Martinez is an entrepreneurial economist (University of Buenos Aires, Argentina) with a background in market analysis, research, and business consulting. Dario is currently working in the payments industry at a multinational company, and also exploring the energy sector. With experience in quantitative modeling, project scoping, and corporate strategy, Dario has provided consulting services to bilateral chambers of commerce in Argentina, government agencies, and co-founded a startup focused on consulting services across 15 countries. Recent endeavors include pursuing a Master of Science in Energy Management at the New York Institute of Technology (USA), and pioneering new methodologies for "token economy" designs, focusing on blockchain-based business models.
Yoko Iwama Professor of International Relations
Director, Strategic Studies Program (SSP); Associate Director, Global Governance Program (G-Cube) GRIPS (National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies)
Yoko Iwama is Professor of National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies (GRIPS). She is also the director of Security and Strategy Program (SSP) at GRIPS. She graduated from Kyoto University in 1986 and earned her PhD in Law at the University. Having served as Research Assistant of Kyoto University (1994–97), Special Assistant of the Japanese Embassy in Germany (1998–2000), and Associate Professor at GRIPS (2000), she was appointed Professor at GRIPS in 2009. She was a student at the Free University of Berlin between 1989-1991, during which period she encountered the fall of the Berlin Wall and the reunification of the two Germanies. Her specialty is international security and European diplomatic history centering on NATO, Germany, and nuclear strategy. She has served on numerous government committees including the Advisory panel on the Reconstruction of a Legal Basis for Security (2006-7, 2013-14). Her publications include John Baylis and Yoko Iwama (eds.) Joining the Non-Proliferation Treaty: Deterrence, Non-Proliferation and the American Alliance, (Routledge 2018); Pascal Lottaz and Yoko Iwama(eds.) Neutral Europe and the Creation of the Nonproliferation Regime:1958-1968 (Routledge, 2024); Yoko Iwama (ed.) The Realities of Nuclear Sharing: NATO’s Experience and Japan (Shinzansha, 2023 in Japanese：核共有の現実―NATOの経験と日本). She received the 2022 Inoki Masamichi Prize of Japan Society for Security Studies for her book, The 1968 Global Nuclear Order and West Germany (Yuhikaku, 2021 in Japanese: 核の一九六八年体制と西ドイツ).
Tobi Menzies Secretary, Nuclear Energy Maritime Organisation (NEMO), UK
Tobi graduated from the University of St. Andrews with an MA Honours degree in 1999.
Starting his career with a leading shipbroker he has built up 25 years of experience in the shipping and offshore markets. Tobi’s track record encompasses chartering, sale and purchase activities and extensive project work in the maritime industry.
Since leaving the offshore broking sector in 2021, his role now encompasses two elements, one as the Secretary for the newly-established NEMO and another as Director of Business Development for CORE POWER, where he focuses on identifying and capitalising on new opportunities that align with CORE POWER’s organisational goals.
He has worked in the maritime industry both in the UK and in Asia and excels in building relationships with clients, stakeholders and industry partners, playing a pivotal role in expanding both NEMO and CORE POWER’s market presence.
Tobi has been a Member of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers since 2001 and a Fellow since 2018.
Joo Hyung Moon, Head, Ph.D.
Export Strategy Development Section, Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute
Dr. Moon, Joo Hyung is the Head of Export Strategy Development Section at the Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute (KAERI). He holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Seoul National University. With over a decade of experience at KAERI, he specializes in small modular reactor (SMART) technology, including export strategy development, passive safety system design, and safeguards implementation.
Dr. Moon has represented the Republic of Korea at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Technical Working Group for SMR.
Ximena Vásquez-Maignan Counsel, White & Case LLP
Ximena Vásquez-Maignan specializes in nuclear law, with a particular expertise in nuclear liability. She advises governments and public organizations, investors, operators, equipment and service providers, as well as insurers, in the development and monitoring of international nuclear projects, as well as infrastructure projects (BOT, concessions, leasing, O&M contracts). Ximena also contributes to the improvement of the knowledge and understanding of nuclear law issues in the private sector and in academia.
Ximena is a member of the Paris Bar and holds a DEA in international law from the University of Paris II Panthéon-Assas. After starting her career as an international lawyer at Veolia Water (1997 - 2003), Ximena joined Electricité de France SA (EDF) in Beijing (2003 - 2008) and then Gide Loyrette Nouel (2009 - 2010), before returning to France to the OECD Nuclear Energy Agency (NEA) as Senior Legal Adviser (2011 - 2014) and then as Head of the Office of Legal Counsel (2015 - 2022).
She has been a member of the International Nuclear Law Association (INLA) since 2009 and co-chair of the INLA Working Group on Nuclear Liability and Insurance since 2012. She served as a member of the Board of Management of this association from 2015 to 2022. She has served as an expert on numerous working groups, such as those of the International Atomic Energy Agency, the European Commission, the World Nuclear Association and nucleareurope (formerly FORATOM). She is also a member of Women in Nuclear (WiN) and of the French Nuclear Society (Société Française d’énergie nucléaire - Sfen).
Francois Morin Director, China, World Nuclear Association
François Morin is senior engineer, graduate of the Ecole Centrale de Paris (ECP) and worked several years as process engineer in Framatome (now AREVA), in charge of accident evaluation and post-Chernobyl studies. In the 90’s he worked within French Atomic Energy Commission and managed technology transfers into China in the field of Nuclear Medicine.
He then has been working in various fields and countries, Eastern Europe, Asia, Africa, focused on big projects structuring & financing involving international cooperation. He is currently living in China. He is Director Asia at the World Nuclear Association.
Frank Ling Chief Scientist, Anthropocene Institute, USA
Frank Hiroshi Ling is Chief Scientist at the Anthropocene Institute and serves as reviewer for the Earthshot Prize. He is also a guest lecturer at the Tokyo Institute of Technology and Ibaraki University, and was previously a research fellow at the Institute for Global Environmental Strategies (IGES) and University of Tokyo. He was also a Mirzayan Science and Technology Policy Fellow at the National Academy of Science. His work has been cited in the Intergovernmental Panel for Climate Change (IPCC) Special Report on Global Warming of 1.5°C and has been a panelist at the UNFCC’s COP24 Nuclear for Climate side event. Dr. Ling received his PhD in Chemistry at the University of California at Berkeley and his BS in Chemical Engineering at Caltech and his MS at the University of California at Santa Barbara.
Dr Carlo Arcilla Director, Philippine Nuclear Research Institute, The Philippines
Dr. Carlo A. Arcilla is an accomplished geologist and visionary leader with a Ph.D. from the University of Illinois at Chicago. As the Director of the Philippine Nuclear Research Institute and former director of the National Institute of Geological Sciences, he has led pioneering projects in nuclear medicine, mining, and environmental applications. Recognized as one of the top 100 scientists in Asia, his students have graduated from the best universities in the world, and established businesses in drilling, gemstones, chemical analyses, and natural alkaline water production.
Jun Kojima Head of Overseas Investment, Egg FORWARD. Inc. Japan
Jun Kojima joined Egg FORWARD in 2024 based in Tokyo. Golden Egg Ventures, the venture capital arm of Egg FORWARD invests in and works alongside entrepreneurs delivering transformative change. Cleantech is one of their core focus areas. Prior to joining Egg FORWARD, he was at DG Ventures/DG Incubation overseeing its Asia portfolios.
Before that, He held investment roles at financial institutions including Japan Post Capital, Manulife Asset Management and Manulife Insurance, Visa Worldwide and Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation.
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The Centre for Strategic Energy and Resources (CSER) is an independent think-and-do tank established in the spirit of “knowledge and innovation without borders”. With a vision of becoming the leading centre of excellence for strategic analysis and a thought leader in energy transition and sustainability, CSER is on a mission to build enabling ecosystems to accelerate energy transition pathways in Asia. Through a global network of experts from over 20 countries and organisations, CSER provides analysis of strategic options in energy, resources, and sustainable development to inform policy; develops appropriate solutions and their adoption strategies in response to the evolving global energy landscape; and promotes discussion and advance collective understanding on strategic issues related to energy and sustainable development. CSER is a collaborator of Green Denmark in Southeast Asia, an open community of thought leaders aiming to accelerate sustainable development and green collaboration.
Korea Nuclear Association (KNA) is a non-profit organization founded in 2011.
Our goal encompasses various aspects, from establishing communication channels between the Korean nuclear industry and partner nations to assisting newcomer countries to achieve sustainable growth through nuclear energy.
We work with key members of the Korean nuclear industry which covers the entire nuclear ecosystem, including electric utilities, equipment suppliers, construction firms, as well as professionals in policy, finance, legal, and academia.
The Independent Power Producers Forum (IPPF) is an international industry support organization composed of senior executives and decision-makers heading up firms with energy and power business commitments across Asia, Europe, Africa and the Americas. We are an active catalyst for positive change with a unique “fraternal” organizational atmosphere. We cover all key areas and sectors relating to power generation: Gas, Coal, Bio-Mass, Hydro, Wind, Solar, Nuclear, Geo-Thermal, Legal, Finance, Insurance, Security, Equipment, Infrastructure, Alternatives, Renewable and Sustainable Technologies, IoT / IT, etc.
The IPPF also leads the “New Energy” parade for Energy Efficiencies (EESCO’s), Pollution Prevention (P2/E2), GHG Trading, Energy Security, Waste-to-Energy, Standby Power, Smart Grid, Distribution / Transmission, Restructuring.
Our Mission is to build a sustainable economy through efficient sourcing and use of energy resources, based on independent and reliable financial and economic analysis, with particular emphasis on Japan and non-Japan North East Asia. Mathyos is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
At Mathyos, we provide comprehensive advice on all aspects of Energy and Power including generation technologies, fuel usage, and distribution strategies drawing off our vast international network. Furthermore, we provide financial and economic analysis for Energy and Power based decisions and cross-border comparisons.
Mathyos Energy and Power analysis focuses on a primary list of core energy consumer and producer countries and a secondary list of countries. Our analysis is tailored on a case by case basis to meet the investment and strategic analysis needs of our customers.
The Philippine Nuclear Research Institute (PNRI), previously known as the Philippine Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC), is the government's dedicated agency for advancing and regulating the safe and peaceful applications of nuclear science and technology in the Philippines. It operates as one of the research institutes under the Department of Science and Technology (DOST). PNRI conducts research and development activities in the peaceful use of nuclear energy, establishes regulations for these applications, and ensures compliance to protect the health and safety of radiation workers and the general public.
Anthropocene Institute comprises scientists, engineers, communicators, marketers, thought leaders, and advocates — all pulling together toward a common goal: make Earth abundant for all and sustainable for decades to come.
At Radiant Energy Group we understand that the clean-energy industry will need new, empirically-driven communication strategies with which to engage skeptical stakeholders on the issues of cost, reliability and environmental impact.
Governments and investors will need a framework for a new type of climate agreement, which should lock in carbon-free technology while securing growth and equity for the Global South. And policymakers will need a model for developing reliable electricity, which must deal with a volatile climate and intermittent renewables without sacrificing social and economic goals.
At Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore, we share a drive to shape a better maritime world for future generations. Pioneering the safety and performance of new technologies since 1828, we are one of the world’s leading ship classification societies and offshore safety and verification bodies. Responsive and flexible without compromise, we support clients worldwide with practical advice, tools and technology to run safe, sustainable and high performing businesses. We’re part of Bureau Veritas, a world leader in testing, inspection, and certification services, so we have a truly global outlook on the global supply chain and blue economy.
Started in 2009, Energy Asia is a multi-disciplinary focus for activities relating to development, assessment and management of energy related programs. It is our endeavour that this publication proves to be an important factor in raising the standards of discussions, analyses and evaluations relating to energy programs.
UxC is one of the nuclear industry’s leading market research and analysis companies offering a wide range of services spanning the entire nuclear fuel cycle and reactor markets. UxC is widely viewed as the industry leader in supplying nuclear fuel price and market information through its Ux Weekly publication. UxC also provides in-depth reporting and analysis in all areas of the nuclear energy industry. Publications are our primary focus, but UxC’s team of experts also provide a vast array of custom services for international clients looking to enhance market intelligence, strategic planning, and technical understanding in the global nuclear marketplace.
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