New Nuclear Energy Cooperation Agreement Between Turkey and the US
While Turkey and the United States launched a joint initiative in nuclear energy, an agreement was signed between TÜNAŞ and USTDA for SMR and Generation IV Reactor projects.
A new cooperation in the field of nuclear energy was established between Turkey and the US, with a project-based agreement signed between TÜNAŞ and USTDA regarding Small Modular Reactors and Generation IV Reactors.
Signing Ceremony Held at the Türkevi
A new nuclear cooperation agreement was signed between Turkey and the US at the Türkevi in New York, where President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan was attending the 81st UN General Assembly.
Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Alparslan Bayraktar attended the signing ceremony of the project-based agreement implemented between TÜNAŞ and USTDA.
Officials Signing the Agreement
TÜNAŞ General Manager Dr. Necati Yamaç participated on behalf of Turkey at the official signing ceremony held at the Türkevi in New York.
On the US side, USTDA Deputy Director Thomas R. Hardy signed the agreement, formalizing the joint project.
Evaluations by Minister Bayraktar
Evaluating the agreement, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Alparslan Bayraktar drew attention to the 2053 net-zero emission targets.
Minister Bayraktar stated that they are determined to diversify the country's energy basket in line with the objectives of complete independence in energy.
Assessment of Reactor Designs
Within the framework of the new agreement reached, a total of nine different reactor designs will be discussed in detail.
SMR designs from four US companies and five different Generation IV reactor designs will be jointly examined.
Technical and Economic Review Areas
The selected reactor designs will be evaluated by undergoing detailed technical tests and analyses.
Additionally, the economic feasibility of the designs, regulatory compliance, and licensing processes will be comprehensively addressed.
Budget and Duration Details
Within the scope of this important agreement with a budget of approximately 2 million dollars, a technical study lasting at least one year will be conducted.
The financing for this technical study to be produced will be entirely covered by USTDA.