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JPI Seminar on Small Modular Reactors

The Japan Planning Institute (JPI) is set to host an informative seminar on July 30, 2025, focussing on small modular reactors (SMR). With Shuuhei Muramatsu, the Deputy Director of the Research and Industrial Department of the Development Bank of Japan, as the speaker, attendees will gain valuable insights into the latest trends and characteristics of SMRs currently being developed worldwide.

Seminar Overview

As industrialized nations increasingly rely on digital technology, the demand for electricity is on the rise, thereby amplifying the importance of nuclear energy. The global community is returning its focus to nuclear power, particularly as new innovations in reactor technology promise to overcome existing challenges. This seminar will delve deep into SMRs, which are seen as a promising solution due to their potential to address various issues faced by traditional large-scale reactors.

Key Topics to be Covered

The seminar will cover several key areas, all geared towards understanding the benefits and challenges associated with SMRs:
1. Introduction
- Overview of JPI
- Broader significance of the research theme
2. Increasing Demand for Electricity and Nuclear Power's Focus
- Overview of next-generation reactors
- Challenges associated with nuclear power
- Global trends in nuclear policy
3. Expectations and Concerns Regarding SMRs
- Anticipated benefits of SMRs
- Potential concerns surrounding SMR implementation
- Possible locations for SMR deployment
4. Electricity Supply Solutions for Data Centers
- Introduction to data centers
- Strategies for providing power to data centers
5. Developments in SMR Technology
- Key companies involved in light water SMR advancements
- Insights into companies focusing on non-light water SMRs
6. Strengthening Japan's Industrial Competitiveness
- Actions taken by various countries
- Japan's supply chain analysis
- Critical points for successful SMR implementation
7. Q&A Session
8. Networking Opportunities
- Beyond the information, this seminar offers an invaluable chance to exchange business cards and network with peers and experts.

Attendance Options

Participants can choose from several methods to attend the seminar: in-person, live streaming, or request access to the recorded session that remains available for two weeks.

Fees

The fee for attending this seminar is priced at 37,510 yen (including tax) for one person. However, for subsequent participants from the same company or affiliated organization, the fee drops to 32,510 yen. Furthermore, representatives from local governments can attend at a special price of 11,000 yen with restrictions on the number of participants and attendance format.

Conclusion

Post-seminar, there will be opportunities to engage with the speaker and other participants for networking or further inquiries. The JPI aims to support participants in building networks and facilitating new business opportunities.

Participants can also sign up for access to the seminar archive, allowing for a convenient review of the session at their own pace.

Contact Information

For more details and to register for the event, please visit JPI Seminar.

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