Nuclear Fuel Cycle and Materials Uranium Production Cycle A
Responsible uranium production cycle is an important element for
sustainability of nuclear energy. It involves various issues
such as exploration, mining and processing technology selection
and testing, prefeasibility and feasibility studies, then
construction, operation and appropriate closure. It also
includes the need to minimize environmental and social impacts,
with good practices at all stages of the cycle. The IAEA's
Assistance to Member States The uranium production cycle
subprogramme supports Member States in various ways. For
example, technical advice and up-to-date information on the
status of world uranium production and projections of uranium
requirements is given to the Member States with nuclear power
uranium production. Again, the Member States that are developing
uranium resources, but do not have an adequate technological
infrastructure, are supported in applying the best practices
available and appropriate to their circumstances. F