Competence at the core of performance

This series of slides presents the viewpoint of EDF on the renaissance of nuclear power in the world. This presentation is divided into 5 main parts. Part 1: energy a necessity; huge investment for the production of electricity are expected throughout the world for instance 1300 GW in China or 660 GW in Europe by 2030. Because of its stable costs and weak environmental impact nuclear power will have to take its part. Part 2: Nuclear power throughout the world; today 439 reactors are operating in the world generating 17% of the amount of the whole electricity produced. Some exceptions France (80%), Belgium (55%), Japan, Sweden and finland (50%). EDF is the world leader in nuclear power production operating 58 reactors ( 34 * 900 MW + 20 * 1300 MW + 4 * 1450 MW). Part 3: the renaissance of nuclear power; in most countries new legislation favourable to nuclear power have been implemented. From now to 2030 about 300 GW of nuclear power will installed: 50% to replace today's operating reactors and 50% to create new units. In 2050 the world nuclear power capacity will have increased by a factor between 1.5 and 3.8. Part 4: new projects of nuclear power plants; EDF aspires to be co-owner and co-operator of 10 EPR in 10 years and international cooperation has been set up with China, United-Kingdom, Usa and South-Africa for new plants. The technological assets of the EPR are: -) an increase of 36% of the annual power output compared to existing reactors, -) a higher level of safety, -) occupational dosimetry lower by 40%, and -) a sharp reduction of gas and liquid waste releases. Part 5: Skills, The nuclear sector is expected to recruit very much in the years to come but is likely to face a shortage in skilled workers, engineers... A master dedicated to nuclear engineering and another to nuclear safety have been set. EDF has launched a program to promote nuclear sciences in the universities and in engineer curricula. (A.C.)