Nuclear Power Development in China & the Responsibility and Development

Planning of NSC

TIAN JiashuNuclear Safety Center, MEP, China

2010.10.28

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Content

Nuclear Power Development in China

Introduction of NSC

Challenges and Development Planning of NSC

Recommendations

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China started developing nuclear power in 1980s and after years of efforts, a complete nuclear industrial system has been gradually set up since then. Until now, there are altogether 13 units in operation in China.

With the development of nuclear power, China has established the independent nuclear regulatory body “National Nuclear Safety Administration (NNSA)” and its technical support organization “Nuclear  Safety Center (NSC)”, which have made great contributions to the safe development of nuclear power in China.

I Nuclear Power Development in China

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Current Status & Development Trend of NPPs in China

1985‐2007,  11 nuclear power units were constructed and put into operation2006‐2010.10, 28 nuclear power units have got CP issued by NNSAThe State Council issued the Mid‐Long Term Plan for Nuclear Power Development in 2007 with the object of installed capacity in operation reaching 40GW and another 18 GW under construction by 2020, totally 58 GW which accounts for 4% of total installed capacity of electricity in China. And this plan will be adjustedit is estimated that, by 2012 nuclear power units in operation and under construction in China will be 50, and the number will reach or exceed 100 by 2020

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Commercial NPP

NPP Under Construction

Approval of first-phase preparations by the State

HongyanheNPP

Haiyang NPP

Tianwan NPP

Qinshan Phase II

Qinshan NPP

Sanmen NPP

Qinshan Phase III

Fuqing NPP

Taiwan Province

Daya Bay NPP

Lingdong NPP

Taishan NPP

Yangjiang NPP

Ningde NPP

LingAo NPP

FangchenggangNPPHainanChangjiang NPP

Distribution of NPPs in China

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II Introduction of NSC

1. General Introduction

2. Review and Assessment Requirements of NPPs

3.Challenges and Development Planning of NSC

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1. General Introduction – NSC Mission

NSC was established in 1989

Nature: a nonprofit institution affiliated to MEP

Responsibility: to provide overall and comprehensive technical support for nuclear and radiation safety regulation

Organizational Values: Science, Objectivity, Fairness, Transparency

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1. General Introduction – Status now & Future

In 2010, NSC has experienced an organizational reform and reinforcement of human resources. NSC is also nominated as the Technical Center for Nuclear Safety EquipmentRegulation and the Nuclear Safety Engineer Qualification Registration Office of MEP

By the end of 2010: 360 persons

By the end of 2012: 600 persons

2015：planning staffing of 1000~1200

2020：planning staffing of 1500~1800

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1. General Introduction- New Organizational Structure (2010)O

ffice of Developing R

esearch Laboratories

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1. General Introduction- Main FunctionsWork scope: nuclear safety, radiation safety, radiation environmental protectionMajor activities:

Research on policiesRule making preparations on laws, regulations, guidelines, standards and codesR & DReview and assessment of SAR and EIR for nuclear facilities, radioactive waste,  electromagnetic radiation, emergency response, nuclear materials control, physical protection, etcReview and assessment of nuclear safety equipment Staff training and qualification management of registered nuclear safety engineersPublicity, Information exchangeTechnical consultation serviceInternational cooperationOthers 

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License Application & Administrative Approving Procedure of NPP in China

Applicant submit application

MEP(NNSA)

Technical reviewby TSOs

Advice from Nuclear Safety Advisory Committee of MEP(NNSA)

Results of Technical Review

MEP(NNSA)Nuclear Safety Inspection

Ratification documents of national relevant departments

issues licenses

The relevant departments of the State Council and the local government put forward their comments.

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III Challenges and Development Planning of NSC

1. Nuclear Power Development & Challenges

2. Self‐assessment

3. Development Planning 

4. Enhancing Cooperation

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1. Nuclear Power Development & Challenges

Max possibility

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2. Self-assessment

Competent to carry out general review and assessment of SAR (safety analysis report) and EIR (environmental impact assessment report)

Recruit more experienced technical experts

Capabilities to be further improved/enhanced:

Independent analysis, calculation and verification

Independent or third party V&V for innovations to be used in NPPs

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3. Development Planning - Objective

Objective: To meet the nuclear energy development, To build up the essential technical capability requested by regulation activities that is compatible with the rapid development of nuclear industry

Planning to strengthen: Human resources developmentCapacity buildingScientific research and developmentExchange and cooperation

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3. Development Planning – Capacity Building

(1) Human resource planningBy 2012, staffing increases to 600; and by 2020, striving for staffing of 1500‐1800Education and training

(2) Capacity buildingTo set up laboratories equipped with special hardware and software, etc. (refer to following slides) To establish a long term strategic cooperation with other technical organizations 

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(3) Technical and Scientific research and development

Establishment of performance evaluation system and indicators analysis of NPPs in operationResearch on passive safety technologyTechnical research on DCS  and V&VPrevention, mitigation and management of severe accidentsResearch on equipment reliability, establishment of data base, equipment certification, aging management and evaluationExternal events: earthquake, fire proof, air crash and so onOperation management, online inspection and evaluation, in‐service inspection

3. Development Planning – Capacity Building

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(3) Technical and Scientific research and development (cont.)Human factor engineeringResearch and application of PSA level 2 & 3Best Estimate technology and data base establishment and maintenance Risk informed evaluation technologyEnvironment monitoring in accident conditionTechnology and criteria of anti‐terrorism and physical protectionRadioactive sources regulation and tracking technologyOther safety assessment and evaluation technology concerning nuclear facilitiesothers

3. Development Planning – Capacity Building

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3. Development Planning – Capacity Building

Projects approved by 11th Five‐Year Plan

Software platform for nuclear power design, safety analysis and environmental evaluation, to basically meet the analysis and evaluation for current PWR technology

NPP experts supporting system,  to build a full‐scope PWR simulator 

Laboratory of radioactive waste safety verification

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3. Development Planning – Capacity Building

Projects to be proposed for 12th Five‐Year Plan

Laboratory for performance verification of nuclear safety equipmentLaboratory for safety examination of radioactive waste disposalLaboratory for verification of safe transport of radioactive articles National radiation monitoring laboratorySafety management system of radioactive sources and high‐risk mobile radioactive sourcesArchives of safety technology and informationPublic propaganda and trainingOthers 

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(4) Enhancing cooperation

Fully participation in IAEA activities

Carry out extensive bilateral and multi‐lateral international cooperation

Strengthen cooperation in special fields, including MDEP, Gen‐IV Forum, nuclear security, etc.

3. Development Planning – Capacity Building

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IV RecommendationsExpectation of cooperation with IAEA in the following aspects:

Establishment of regulations and standardsSupport of the establishment, development and coordination of TSOsSupport of technical review and expert consultation internationallyProject based cooperation, joint research activitiesEducation and trainingPublic outreachANSNOthers

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The nuclear power development in China is:To meet the demand on economic developmentTo reform the national energy mixTo contribute the environment and to improve the people's livelihood

Nuclear power development adheres to the principle of Safety and Quality First

NSC’s human resources and capabilities are continuously enhancing.

Conclusion

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Nuclear technology development and nuclear power program bring forward challenges as well as opportunities to NSCwilling to share this opportunities and our practiceswelcome all TSOs participating in our activities, sharing knowledge and experiences

Conclusion

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Thanks 

for your attention

Conclusion