Expanding the Boundaries of Nuclear Energy
The SANE project explores safe, non-electric applications of nuclear power - paving the way for innovation, safety, and new industrial opportunities.
Exploring the Non-Electric Potential of Nuclear Energy
The SANE project (Safety Assessment of Non-Electric Uses of Nuclear Energy) focuses on exploring how nuclear energy can be used beyond electricity generation. Although non-electric applications have been around for decades, they remain underutilized. The nuclear industry and potential end-users lack a clear understanding of these possibilities.
SANE assesses the safety and technical feasibility of retrofitting existing reactors, designing purpose-built reactors, and developing new reactors at different sites. The project also examines how to communicate the risks of these new applications and adapt emergency preparedness plans for emerging technologies.
SANE's Impact
Scientific
Impact
SANE develops tools and best practices to address radiation exposure and improve public communication, aligning with the sustainability goals of Horizon Europe.
Technological Impact
The project helps ensure that nuclear installations meet the highest safety standards and considers socio-economic factors in non-electric applications.
Economic
Impact
SANE promotes nuclear innovation and supports the broader adoption of non-electric applications of nuclear energy.
Societal
Impact
By contributing to a sustainable future, SANE aligns with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, such as Climate Action and Clean Water.
SANE’s Outcomes
SANE’s case studies on radiation risks and accident scenarios help improve emergency preparedness and public trust in nuclear safety. The project’s models and methodologies also lay the groundwork for future licensing of innovative nuclear applications, fostering collaboration between public and private sectors.
Project Partners
Recent News & Events
Chernobyl and the Future of Nuclear Safety
On the anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster, we reflect on the legacy of lessons it left behind—and the new challenges facing nuclear safety in times of war. The story of Chernobyl is not over. It shapes today’s policy, cooperation, and crisis preparedness.
Recent Milestones and Deliverables
The SANE project continues to make significant advacemnets, with multiple milestones and deliverables successfully completed in recent weeks. These achievements mark key progress in our mission to enhance nuclear safety through innovative research and collaboration.