Event of interest

Webinar on European Infrastructure Needs for Radioactive Waste Management

March 9th, 2026
10.00 - 12.00

Online
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The event will:

  • Provide a short overview of infrastructure activities within Task 3.2 of the KM Work Package
  • Showcase selected European initiatives and infrastructure projects through invited speaker presentations:
    • Bob Hoogendoorn, Project Manager (EuroGeoSurveys)
      To highlight how improved access to geological data and expertise supports safe, evidence-based RWM infrastructure development.
    • Jörg Rothe, Head of Radionuclide Speciation/Analytics Department (Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT))
      To introduce TALISMAN and its role in advancing European RWM infrastructure for the safe management of actinides.
    • Máté Kukovecz, Policy-Coordinator (DG-ENER)
      To explain how shaping EU policy, funding frameworks, and strategic direction supports coordinated RWM infrastructure development across Member States.
    • Stefaan Van Winckel, Research Scientist (Joint Research Centre (JRC))
      To highlight the role of the Joint Research Centre in European RWM knowledge management and its support through access to nuclear research infrastructure.
  • Provide the opportunity for participant feedback to inform future EURAD-2 infrastructure-related activities.