Some Legal Issues of Environmental and Human Health Protection During the Construction of Atom Power Plants in Uzbekistan
Keywords:
Nuclear power, Nuclear power plant, Small-capacity nuclear power plant, IAEA, Ratification, Implementation, International documents, Environmental security, Nuclear vulnerability, Uzatom, RusatomAbstract
This study examines the significance and future prospects of international legal frameworks ensuring environmental safety in nuclear energy use. Given Uzbekistan's initiative to construct its first nuclear power plant, the research highlights relevant international agreements the country has ratified and identifies legal gaps requiring further adherence. Using a legal-analytical approach, the study evaluates compliance measures and proposes recommendations for strengthening Uzbekistan's environmental safety obligations. The findings emphasize the need for broader participation in international conventions to enhance nuclear energy governance. This research contributes to policy development by offering insights into improving legal frameworks for sustainable nuclear energy management.
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