Nuclear Energy

Iran opens 1st specialized nuclear industry innovation center

TEHRAN, Jul. 26 (MNA) – The First Specialized Nuclear Industry Innovation Center was inaugurated in Tehran on Monday in the presence of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Chief and Vice-President for Science and Technology.

AEOI to hold 4th webinar on “Radiation Protection”

TEHRAN, Jul. 17 (MNA) – Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) will hold the Fourth Scientific-Promotional webinar, special of students and teachers, on "Radiation Protection" on Monday July 19.

Bushehr nuclear power plant temporarily shut down: AEOI

TEHRAN, Jun. 21 (MNA) – Atomic Energy Organization of Iran said in a statement that Bushehr nuclear power plant has been temporarily shut down due to a technical problem.

Iraq plans nuclear power plants to tackle power shortage

TEHRAN, Jun. 09 (MNA) – Iraqi officials have said that the country seeks to build eight nuclear reactors to tackle a crippling power shortage in the oil-rich economy.

Lawmaker calls for planning to generate nuclear electricity

TEHRAN, May 30 (MNA) – Chairman of Iranian Parliament Energy Commission said that the country must make necessary planning for producing nuclear electricity, because, nuclear power is a reliable and safe method pf generating electricity.

S Korean students shave heads in Fukushima protest

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) – South Korean students cut hair in front of the Japanese Embassy in South Korea to protest Japan’s decision to pollute water into the sea.

China summons Japan envoy to protest Fukushima water release

TEHRAN, Apr. 16 (MNA) – The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the Japanese ambassador in Beijing on Thursday to express opposition to Japan's intention to release wastewater from the Fukushima nuclear power plant.

Foreign media hype on cause of incident in Natanz 'dismissed'

TEHRAN, Apr. 11 (MNA) – Turning to the incident that happened today in Natanz enrichment facility, supervisor of Technical Department of the site said that what has been released by foreign media outlets on the cause of incident lacks any real basis.

Iran’s Army cmdr. congrats National Nuclear Technology Day

TEHRAN, Apr. 10 (MNA) – Deputy Coordinator of the Islamic Republic of Iran's Army in a message on Sat. congratulated the Chief of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Ali-Akbar Salehi on the National Nuclear Technology Day.

MP stresses on defending Iran's Nuclear Rights

TEHRAN, Feb. 28 (MNA) – An Iranian Parliament member said as Nuclear energy belongs to both current and future generations, the country must fully defend its nuclear rights so as not to deprive its people of their certain rights.

Iran not to give up its nuclear rights in face of adversaries

TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) – The Secretary of Iran’s Expediency Discernment Council said that we will not retreat from its stance on nuclear rights in the face of the US and Israeli regime’s adverse policies.

Iran urges transparency in Saudi, Israeli nuclear activities

TEHRAN, Nov. 12 (MNA) – Iran’s Ambassador to the United Nations Majid Takht-Ravanchi called on the international body to clarify the nuclear activities of Saudi Arabia and the Israeli regime.

Iran, Russia clinch new agreement to build Sirik Power Plant

TEHRAN, Oct. 31 (MNA) – New agreement was clinched between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Russian Federation for the construction operation of Sirik Power Plant in southern Hormozgan province.

Iran nuclear scientists ready to face US coercion: AEOI

TEHRAN, Oct. 15 (MNA) – In reaction to to Pompeo's new claim about Iran's use of nuclear energy, Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) said that Iran nuclear scientists are ready to face the coercion and unilateralism of the US government.

Iran's envoy:

World must hold Saudis accountable for covert nuclear works

TEHRAN, Oct. 13 (MNA) – Iran's Representative at the First Committee of the UN General Assembly Heidar Ali Balouji called on the international community to hold Saudi Arabia accountable for its covert nuclear activities.

Iran's envoy reacts to IAEA chief's comments

TEHRAN, Oct. 11 (MNA) – Iran's Permanent Envoy to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said that considerable centrifugal and quality of nuclear materials have no place in the documents of IAEA.

Iran enovy:

Riyadh following Israeli regime’s steps in nuclear prgm.

TEHRAN, Sep. 19 (MNA) – Iran's Ambassador to the Vienna-based international organizations Kazem Gharibabadi called on the IAEA to ensure that Saudi Arabia is committed to its obligations under the Comprehensive Safeguards Agreement.

Gharibabadi:

Israel regime's nuclear weapons threat to world's security

TEHRAN, Sep. 18 (MNA) – Iran's Ambassador to the Vienna-based international organizations Kazem Gharibabadi said that the Zionist regime's acquisition of nuclear weapons is a serious threat to the security and stability of the region and the world.

Good news coming about Iran nuclear industry: AEOI

TEHRAN, May 29 (MNA) – Following the US imposition of sanctions on two Iranian nuclear scientists, the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran [AEOI] on Thu. issued a statement and described such a move as a sign of failure of enemy against the path of resistance.

Energy min.:

Iran seeking to expand ties with Tajikistan

TEHRAN, Dec. 04 (MNA) – Iranian Minister of Energy Reza Ardakanian said that Islamic Republic of Iran is after developing its electricity cooperation with Tajikistan.

Iran envoy stresses need for continuation of IAEA’s impartial, professional approach

TEHRAN, Dec. 02 (MNA) – Iran's Permanent envoy to Vienna-based international organizations, Kazem Gharibabadi has reacted to the appointment of the new chief of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

Saveh to host 49th Specialized Exhibition of Iran’s Nuclear Industry Achievements

TEHRAN, Nov. 15 (MNA) – The 49th Specialized Exhibition of Iran’s Nuclear Industry Achievements will be held at the venue of Higher Institute of Energy in Saveh county, Markazi province, on Nov. 16.

Iran-EU training course on nuclear law kicks off in Tehran

TEHRAN, Oct. 06 (MNA) – A five-day training course on nuclear law, in coordination with the European Union, was inaugurated at the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) on Sunday morning.

US, Saudi Arabia to discuss nuclear power on Monday

TEHRAN, Sep. 14 (MNA) – US Energy Secretary Rick Perry said on Friday he will meet new Saudi energy minister and likely discuss Saudi Arabia's plans to build nuclear reactors.

JCPOA did not stop Iran’s nuclear activities: AEOI chief

TEHRAN, Aug. 29 (MNA) – Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Ali Akbar Salehi rejected the claims that Iran stopped its nuclear industry after signing the 2015 deal, saying the country is dynamically advancing its civilian nuclear program.

Energy min. inaugurates 1st 7-MW solar power plant in Zanjan prov.

TEHRAN, Aug. 27 (MNA) – On the occasion of the Government Week in the current year (started March 21, 2019), Minister of Energy Reza Ardakanian inaugurated a 7-megawatt solar power plant in Abhar, Zanjan province, on Tue.

Tehran hosting intl. course on nuclear security architecture

TEHRAN, Jul. 07 (MNA) – A five-day international training course on nuclear security detection architecture started at Tehran’s Milad Tower on Saturday, with senior Iranian and foreign nuclear officials in attendance.

E3 condemns US oil, nuclear sanctions on Iran

TEHRAN, May 04 (MNA) – European parties to Iran nuclear deal have criticized recent US decisions to restrict oil trade with Iran and to limit the extension of waivers for nuclear non-proliferation projects.

Deputy Energy Min.:

Iran renewable energies’ capacity to hit 800mw

TEHRAN, Apr. 30 (MNA) – Deputy Ministry of Energy Seyed Mohammad Sadeghzadeh said that production capacity of renewable energies in the country will hit 800megawatt.