Singapore’s Ministry of Energy, Trade, and Industry (METI), and its Energy Market Authority (EMA), have together launched three new nuclear workforce schemes as the country prepares for its 2027 Integrated Nuclear Infrastructure Review Mission.
Singapore has not yet decided whether to adopt nuclear energy. However, the review mission will bring in international experts to assess the country’s readiness in technology, project development, licensing, and regulation.
The schemes include the Singapore Nuclear Manpower Development Programme, the Nuclear Manpower Development Programme (Industry), and the Singapore Future Energy Fellowship.
The Singapore Nuclear Manpower Development Programme will focus on partnerships between Singapore’s government agencies and global nuclear organisations, providing practical exposure and experience for public officers.
The Nuclear Manpower Development Programme (Industry) will help local companies to develop the capabilities to participate in overseas commercial opportunities.
The final scheme, the Singapore Future Energy Fellowship, will bring in international experts to provide advice on the country’s long-term energy strategy, including low-carbon options.
The schemes were announced during Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW). Minister for Energy, Trade, and Industry Tan See Leng says that if Singapore adopts nuclear power in the future, the government will uphold the highest standards of safety and security.
“Even if Singapore eventually decides not to deploy nuclear energy, the capabilities and expertise we are developing today will continue to serve us well, particularly as interest in nuclear energy grows across Southeast Asia and around the world,” Tan says.
Singapore’s evaluation comes amid a rise in nuclear adoption globally, with more governments making moves toward nuclear in a quest for energy security and clean energy options.
Write to Amy Rotman at Mining.com.au
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