WANO
World Association of Nuclear Operators
World Association of Nuclear Operators (1989), international nonprofit facilitating peer reviews and best practices for ~440 global reactors.
WANO performs ~150 peer reviews biennially, shares operating data via Performance Indicators (e.g., unplanned capability loss <2%), and conducts workshops. It aligns with INPO in the U.S. and supports new builds in Asia.
Why it matters now
WANO reviews aid 2025-2026 restarts (e.g., Palisades) and SMR fleets, ensuring safety/reliability for export markets and hyperscaler PPAs.