European Nuclear Society
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Background
The European Nuclear Society (ENS) is the largest society for nuclear science, research and industry in Europe. It was founded in 1975 and promotes the “advancement of nuclear science, research and engineering to its members, decision makers and the general public”. Its members include national nuclear societies from 22 countries in Europe and Israel, and 60 companies.[1]
ENS also serves as the Brussels-based contact point for relevant European institutions. It shares staff and lobbyists with Foratom. For example, Jean Pol Poncelet, the Secretary General of ENS, is also Foratom's Director-General. [2] [3]
Members
Member societies include the Nuclear Energy Institute, Japanese Atomic Industry Forum and the Canadian Nuclear Association. [4]
Corporate members include Areva, E.on, EDF, Nukem, Urenco and Westinghouse.
