Leading the way
to achieve the highest standards in nuclear safety
The World Association of Nuclear Operators (WANO) unites every company and country in the world that has not only an operating commercial nuclear power plant but new units under construction to achieve the highest possible standards of nuclear safety.
Watch our introductory video from WANO Chief Executive Officer, Naoki Chigusa.
Who are WANO
The organisation exists purely to help its members accomplish the highest levels of operational safety and reliability. This is achieved through a series of highly regarded services and access to technical support and a global library of operating experience. With offices in London and Shanghai, and regional centres in Moscow, Atlanta, Tokyo and Paris, WANO cuts across political barriers and interests.
WANO is a non-profit organisation and does not advocate for, or on behalf of, the nuclear industry.
While WANO works directly with its members, the organisation is not a regulatory body and does not advise companies on issues such as initial reactor design selection.
With safety as the only goal, WANO helps its members, the operators of nuclear power plants, communicate effectively and share information openly. Experience shows many accidents could have been prevented if lessons had been learned from previous incidents. Ultimately, this will raise the performance of all operators to that of the best.
WANO in Numbers
Current Members
Operating Nuclear Units
Nuclear Units Under Construction
WANO Employees
Offices / Regional Centres
Integrated Suite of Services
WANO services help member plants compare themselves against global standards of excellence and reach higher levels of safe and reliable performance.