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NEW ENEC and Ajou University sign MoU to drive innovation, research and development

  • 2021-04-19
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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 10 April 2021: The Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ajou University, a leading research institution based in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. The MoU will provide a framework for collaboration for research & development (R&D) and innovation in the  energy fields. The MoU was signed by His Excellency Mohamed Ibrahim AL Hammadi the Chief Executive Officer of ENEC and Dr. Hyungju Park  President of Ajou University.

The MOU reinforces the continuous collaboration between the UAE & the Republic of Korea in the R&D fields, building on the strong relationship  between the two nations and opening the door for new opportunities across various sectors in the energy industry for both countries.

With signing the memorandum of understanding, Ajou University and the Emirates Nuclear Power Corporation(ENEC) will collaborate to develop research in the energy industry, including nuclear power, and also to cultivate human resources.They also agreed to expand cooperation fields by starting joint research in industrial mathematics. ENEC is responsible for developing the UAE Peaceful Nuclear Energy Program and its flagship Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant, one of the largest nuclear plants globally. Established in 2009, ENEC is delivering safe, clean, efficient and reliable electricity through nuclear energy to support the UAE’s sustainable social and economic growth.

ENEC recently celebrated its most historic milestone to date with the start of commercial operations of Unit 1 of the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant. The Unit produces 1,400 MW of emissions-free electricity 24/7 to power homes and business across the UAE, driving the largest decarbonization effort in the country and helping to tackle climate change.