ROSATOM’s achievements in innovation, the development of international cooperation, and the implementation of integrated solutions in the peaceful use of atomic energy for a safe and clean energy future exemplify how the synergy of science, engineering expertise, strategic vision, and corporate responsibility can address the critical challenges facing humanity to ensure a sustainable and prosperous present and future!
The nuclear industry holds a vital, global aspiration—a long and healthy life for humanity through clean atomic energy, advanced nuclear medicine, new materials, and modern digital technologies.
We wish State Corporation ROSATOM continued success, the successful execution of large-scale national projects, the strengthening of international partnerships, and new accomplishments in the pursuit of a safe, sustainable, and thriving world!
The Russian Nuclear Industry Today
State Atomic Energy Corporation “Rosatom” is a diversified holding company integrating assets across the energy sector, engineering, construction, and other industries. Its strategic focus is on the development of low-carbon power generation, including wind energy. As the national leader in electricity production—accounting for approximately 20% of total generation—Rosatom holds the world’s largest portfolio of nuclear power plant construction contracts, with 39 reactors (including six small modular reactors) at various stages of implementation across 10 countries. Rosatom’s scope of activities also encompasses the production of innovative non-nuclear products, logistics and development of the Northern Sea Route, and execution of environmental projects. The corporation comprises over 450 enterprises and organizations employing approximately 420,000 people.Rosatom places great importance on international cooperation that supports the safe and socially acceptable development of nuclear energy and maintains constructive engagement with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) as well as the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) Commission for the Use of Atomic Energy for Peaceful Purposes. The corporation actively collaborates on workforce training and professional development in peaceful nuclear energy applications, implementation of best practices in nuclear power plant operations, and ensuring nuclear and radiation safety. Notably, one form of cooperation with the IAEA is the organization of specialized schools for nuclear industry professionals from various countries, with the inaugural school launched in 2016.
Rosatom participates in international innovative research projects. Its international collaboration efforts involve establishing effective communication channels with foreign partners and the public worldwide. To this end, Rosatom actively engages in international conferences and forums dedicated to nuclear topics, using these platforms to articulate its position and conduct outreach and educational activities.
Sustainable development priorities are integral to Rosatom Corporation’s operations and are embedded in its corporate strategy. Rosatom is a committed participant in the United Nations Global Compact, responsibly upholding its principles and contributing to the achievement of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals.The history of peaceful atomic energy development is marked by numerous unique discoveries and achievements
Russia became a pioneer in the peaceful application of atomic technologies and continues to be a global leader in the industry. On August 20, 1945, a Special Committee was established to oversee work on the utilization of uranium atomic energy. The nuclear industry in our country began to develop after World War II as a response to the challenges of the post-war period, with peaceful achievements inspiring generations and expanding the boundaries of what was possible.Domestic experts launched the world’s first nuclear power plant in Obninsk, providing people with access to a new, powerful source of clean energy. The first nuclear icebreaker and the first tokamak were also developed in Russia, becoming key milestones in the first fifteen years of the national nuclear industry. The following decades marked an era of development for peaceful atomic energy and the strengthening of Russia’s position in this field.
The Russian nuclear sector owes its successful establishment to Igor Kurchatov—the Chief Scientific Supervisor of the Soviet atomic project and one of the founders of the peaceful use of nuclear energy—as well as to legendary nuclear physicists Yulii Khariton, Boris Vannikov, Efim Slavsky, and large teams of scientists, engineers, and leaders who have forever etched their names into the history of the nuclear industry. Today, we pay tribute to Aleksei Likhachyov, CEO of the State Atomic Energy Corporation Rosatom since 2016, and to the collective of all generations of the Russian nuclear sector.
Three key words define the significance and scale of the nuclear industry today — “pride,” “inspiration,” and “aspiration.”