Resources
Explore a curated collection of insight, analysis and evidence from across our policy, research and academic activity.
From Dalton Nuclear Policy Group position papers to expert blogs and publications, these resources offer trusted, independent perspectives for policymakers, industry and researchers.
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A critical question: what should we do with the UK’s plutonium stockpile?
Exploring the policy, technical and strategic considerations surrounding the future management of the UK’s civil plutonium stockpile.
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Location, location, location: finding sites for nuclear power plants
Examining the challenges and opportunities involved in identifying suitable locations for future nuclear power developments across the UK.
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How can “Great British Nuclear” make a great difference?
Considering the role of Great British Nuclear in shaping the UK’s nuclear future, supporting delivery and accelerating new nuclear projects.
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A nuclear society: rebuilding perceptions of nuclear energy
Exploring how public attitudes towards nuclear energy are evolving, and the role of engagement, trust and communication in shaping future perceptions.
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How can nuclear help with energy costs – and how do we pay for nuclear?
Examining the potential role of nuclear energy in delivering long-term energy security and affordability, alongside the challenges of funding new nuclear projects.
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Nuclear power – the role of government
Considering the role of government in supporting nuclear energy policy, investment, regulation and long-term strategic planning.
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The skills gap for long term nuclear future
Exploring the workforce, training and skills challenges facing the nuclear sector, and the actions needed to support future growth and innovation.
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The Energy Security Strategy: Going nuclear
Examining the UK’s Energy Security Strategy and the role nuclear energy could play in delivering secure, low-carbon and reliable power.
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Building nuclear for a greener future
Considering how nuclear energy can support net zero ambitions and contribute to a more sustainable and lower-carbon energy system.
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Advanced nuclear energy for Net Zero: A strategy for action
Exploring the role advanced nuclear technologies could play in supporting the transition to net zero and the strategic actions needed to accelerate deployment.
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The 2020 Energy White Paper - Is nuclear power back?
Examining the UK Government’s 2020 Energy White Paper and what it signalled for the future of nuclear energy policy and investment.
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Nuclear powered decarbonisation?
Considering the potential contribution of nuclear energy to decarbonisation efforts across power, industry and wider energy systems.
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Is advanced nuclear the route to low-carbon hydrogen production?
Exploring the potential for advanced nuclear technologies to support low-carbon hydrogen production and contribute to future clean energy systems.
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Can nuclear power work with renewables to achieve net zero?
Examining how nuclear energy and renewable technologies could work together to deliver a reliable, low-carbon pathway to net zero.
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The road to net zero: renewables and nuclear working together
November 2024
How can nuclear energy and renewables work together to deliver their full potential and help the UK reach net zero?
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Managing the UK plutonium stockpile: no easy choices
August 2023
What should the government consider when deciding if the UK plutonium stockpile should become waste or energy?
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Delivering advanced nuclear: the role of government
August 2022
What action can the government take to ensure the UK delivers on its advanced nuclear ambition?
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Siting implications of nuclear energy: a path to net zero
March 2022
What are the key actions needed to deliver a responsible nuclear sector in the UK's net zero future?
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Nuclear energy for net zero: a strategy for action
June 2021
Roadmap detailing the eight key actions required to assess the role of nuclear energy in our net zero future.
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