YGN Plenary I

Keynote panel: Strategic steps for the Young Generation to meet 2050 needs

This Keynote session will explore the future of nuclear energy: what will be the future policy trends, the impact of science and innovation, and the importance of education and training in sustaining progress in the nuclear sector? The expert views on these topics will spark reflections and inspire for discussion about shaping the future with sustainable nuclear technologies.

Introduction – Andrea Kozlowski, Chair, European Nuclear Society - Young Generation Network

Strategic steps for the Young Generation to meet 2050 needs:

What holds the future for nuclear energy?
Jorge Tanarro Colodron, Policy Foresight, Joint Research Centre, European Commission

What holds the future for nuclear E&T?
Gabriel Pavel, Executive Director, European Nuclear Education Network

What holds the future for nuclear science?
Héloïse Goutte, Scientific Director for Energy, CEA

Q&A, discussion starting the youth pledge reflection

Three parallel sessions

YGN Session I.1: Nuclear for Climate media training

The workshop aims to give participants a basic understanding of public speaking, advocacy and media handling techniques, based on the COP conference experience of the Nuclear for Climate initiative. The focus will be on communicating about nuclear energy with background information on the role of nuclear in climate efforts provided to participants by the speakers.

Hugo Bernat, Nuclear for Climate

YGN Session I.2: How to build a nuclear career

This session will focus on navigating a career in the nuclear sector. Through interactive activities led by an HR professional, participants will get insider tips on building a successful career path including choice of jobs, CV building and applications stage and international mobility. 

Thomas Thor workshop, Callum Thomas, Founder and CEO, Thomas Thor

YGN Session I.3: European Nuclear Education Network PhD event (continues after break)

The objectives of the ENEN PhD Event are to show the dynamism of the nuclear sector by bringing together excellent PhD students from different nuclear disciplines and countries on an inspiring event where they can share and present their state-of-the-art research, in particular experimental work, and connect with other PhD students and professionals on innovative nuclear science in a transdisciplinary environment.

Three parallel sessions

YGN Session I.4: Energy Market simulation

Workshop presenting basics of energy system and putting into practice system management by usage of IAEA energy market simulation tool called PowerInvest. Participants will work in groups to determine energy mix that is optimal in terms of performance and price for given weather and market conditions.

IAEA market simulation tool workshop, Brianna Lazerwitz, Energy Economist, IAEA

YGN Session I.5: Nuclear in the EU: crash course

The position of nuclear in different European institutions will be presented in a concise and interactive way. Participants will learn which elements of the EU lawmaking relate to nuclear and how they influence the development of the sector. Additionally, the session will be an occasion of presenting opportunities that the EU holds for careers, international mobility, and professional development in the nuclear sphere.

Seif Ben Hadj Hassine, Policy officer - Research & Innovation, DG RTD, EC

YGN Session I.3: ENEN PhD event

See above.

YGN Plenary II: Nuclear Future - Youth Pledge

This extended workshop invites participants to analyze and define key priorities for the successful development of the European nuclear sector from the Youth point of view. From industry to science, the brainstorming will focus on enabling nuclear energy to serve European energy security, decarbonization, and sustainable development. The workshop’s conclusions will be formulated into a pledge, to be presented at the Opening Session of the FISA-EURADWASTE 2025 & SNETP Forum 2025.

Facilitated by European Nuclear Society – Young Generation Network

Guided tour of Warsaw (participation is on a first-come, first-served basis)

1. The tour begins at 7 pm - the main entrance to the Hilton Hotel, Grzybowska 63.
    
2. Guides will lead you through the center of Warsaw, where there will be a stop at Grzybowski Square and a story about the Palace of Culture and Science and relics of the pre-war city. You will see the Saski Garden and walk along Krakowskie Przedmieście Street. This will be an opportunity to learn about the most representative buildings and monuments of history. You will pass by the gate of the University of Warsaw, see the church where the heart of Frederic Chopin rests, the Presidential Palace, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and many other interesting places.
    
3. You will end the walk in the Old Town, where you can admire the Royal Castle and greet the legendary Mermaid. 
    
4. After the walk at 9 pm you will have the opportunity to listen to a Chopin recital (Krakowskie Przedmieście 56). The concert will end at approximately 9:30 pm.