The Law of Nuclear Power

Author: Helen Cook
Publisher: Sweet & Maxwell U.K.
ISBN: 9780414023154
Published In: August 2013
Format: Hardback
Jurisdiction: U.K. ? Disclaimer:
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Whatever area you work in - development, finance or research - our new title can help you understand the ins and outs of nuclear energy law.

Covering the legislative and regulatory framework for the development of nuclear power programmes and the procurement, construction and financing of nuclear new build project, The Law of Nuclear Energy is designed to give you an all-inclusive overview of the subject.

Author Helen Cook considers current and future trends and developments in nuclear energy law.

This new title:

Examines the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) guidelines
Covers the content of international and national nuclear energy law and gives insight into possible future development to existing legislative and regulatory infrastructure
Discusses how to implement the obligations contained in the international treaties and conventions at a national level
Examines cross-border issues such as nuclear liability and export controls
Covers the procurement phase for nuclear construction
Describes the construction process and key contractual provisions, including licensing and permitting, dispute management and avoidance
Discusses small modular nuclear reactors, including the potential benefits and legal challenges
Considers traditional and new approaches to nuclear financing
Considers future issues in nuclear law, including in response to new nuclear technologies and the Fukushima accident

FEATURES & BENEFITS

Covers all aspects of the legislative framework for nuclear power and nuclear power projects
Provides a comprehensive foundation on which governments and regulators can build the future of nuclear power, particularly in emerging markets
Offers practical guidance for development corporations, technical consultants and financiers and clear reference for legal practicioners
Examines the IAEA Guidelines (embodied in many different IAEA texts, including the IAE

PART ONE – INTRODUCTION

1. Introduction to Nuclear Energy Law

2. Developing a Nuclear Power Programme

3. International Nuclear Law

4. National Nuclear Law

5. Nuclear Regulation

PART TWO – NUCLEAR POWER NEW BUILD

6. Introduction to Nuclear Power New Build

7. Procurement

8. Construction

9. Financing Nuclear Power Projects

10. Nuclear Fuel Cycle

11. Small Modular Nuclear Reactors

12. Future Developments in Nuclear Energy Law