Source: Government of Singapore
Three tenders will be called to commission studies on nuclear safety standards and environmental considerations as Singapore studies the potential deployment of nuclear energy
26 March 2026 – As part of Singapore’s efforts to strengthen capabilities in nuclear safety, the National Environment Agency (NEA) will commission three studies to examine international safety standards and potential environmental impacts of nuclear power facilities.
Building technical nuclear expertise is critical
2. The three studies will examine different aspects of nuclear safety: (i) safety standards adopted by international organisations and national regulators, including how to design and operate the reactor safely, what safety systems are needed, and how to prevent accidents; (ii) international environmental standards and regulatory frameworks for nuclear facilities; and (iii) environmental considerations for the potential deployment of nuclear energy in Singapore and the region – both of which focus on how to protect public health and the environment. These studies will complement the ongoing study commissioned by the Energy Market Authority (EMA) to evaluate the safety performance and technical feasibility of advanced nuclear energy technologies.
Singapore is closely studying global nuclear developments
3. NEA has been developing Singapore’s nuclear safety capabilities through close partnerships with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and established regulatory bodies in Finland, France and the United States, as well as our regional neighbours with whom we engage in nuclear safety cooperation discussions. NEA’s Nuclear Safety Advisory Panel, comprising experts in nuclear and related scientific fields, provides independent advice on nuclear safety, security and safeguards.
4. The studies, together with our other capability building efforts, ensure that Singapore is well equipped with the knowledge and technical expertise to independently assess the potential for safe deployment of nuclear energy in Singapore. These capabilities will also allow us to contribute to strengthen regional discussion on nuclear, to better prepare for a region with nuclear power plants. The studies will also support our preparations in the event that countries in our region decide to deploy nuclear power.
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