Nuclear Energy in Norway: Will It Strengthen Energy Security?

This workshop explores the role of nuclear energy in Norway in the context of energy security and the future energy system. Through research-based perspectives, system-level analysis and a concrete project case, the session will examine both the potential and the challenges of nuclear power in a Norwegian setting.

The workshop aims to move beyond general statements and contribute to a realistic, evidence-based discussion of issues such as energy security, costs and uncertainty, fuel supply, long-term waste management and institutional requirements. Bringing together researchers, industry representatives and decision-makers, the session offers a politically neutral arena for informed dialogue on whether and how nuclear energy could contribute to a secure and sustainable future energy system.

Programme overview

09:00–09:20 - Coffee & networking

09:20–09:35 - Welcome and introduction by Hege Elisabeth Anglevik, Energy Transition Norway (ETN)

09:35–09:55 - Opening presentation: Nuclear energy, energy security and realism by Thomas Alan Adams, NTNU, Team Nuclear

09:55–10:25 - Status of nuclear energy in Norway and implications for energy security by István Szöke, Institute for Energy Technology (IFE)

10:25–10:40 - Project perspective: Trondheimsleia Nuclear Power by Ola Borten Moe, Trondheimsleia Kjernekraft AS / Norsk Kjernekraft

10:40–10:50 - Break

10:50–11:30 - Panel discussion and open Q&A: Can nuclear energy strengthen energy security in Norway? A moderated discussion with contributions from NTNU, the Institute for Energy Technology (IFE), and Norsk Kjernekraft, followed by an open Q&A with questions from the audience.

11:30–12:00 - Light lunch & mingling

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The workshop is organised by Energy Transition Norway as part of the NTNU Energy Transition Week 2026.