Recent Developments and Prospects for Nuclear Power in Southeast Asia

In this first webinar of the Southeast Asia Nuclear Dialogue Series, Brent Wanner, Head of the Power Sector Unit at the IEA, delivered an evidence-based overview of the current state and outlook for nuclear energy globally and in Southeast Asia, covering:

• Global trends in nuclear energy
• Techno-economic overview and cost projections
• Opportunities and uncertainties for small modular reactors (SMRs)
• A lively Q&A shaped by regional stakeholders
  

Southeast Asia Nuclear Dialogue Series

As Southeast Asia faces rising energy demand and the imperative to decarbonise, nuclear energy is once again under consideration as part of the regional energy mix.

Policymakers are seeking clear, balanced insights to guide decision making on whether, and how, nuclear power might support national energy strategies. In response, the International Energy Agency (IEA), in collaboration with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), has launched the Southeast Asia Nuclear Dialogue Series, a focused set of webinars exploring the role of nuclear energy in the region’s energy transition.

Designed to foster informed dialogue and build a community of engaged stakeholders, the series also aims to gather feedback to support a regional nuclear energy workshop planned for 2026. 

What’s Next

Stay tuned for upcoming webinars in the series, which will take a deeper dive into regulatory readiness, community acceptance, supply chains, and technology deployment pathways.

Join our community of government officials, energy professionals, private sector and civil society leaders shaping Southeast Asia’s future energy mix. If you’d like to be notified of upcoming webinars, please drop us an email at RCC@iea.org.