Informative Event for Kyiv Schoolchildren by UkrNS and Energoatom: Deepening Knowledge of Nuclear Energy

On September 5, 2024, in celebration of the new school year, the Ukrainian Nuclear Society, together with NNEGC “Energoatom,” organized an educational event for Kyiv school students.

The purpose of the event was to introduce young people to nuclear energy, promote awareness of the nuclear industry, and provide career guidance for choosing future professions in this field. Specialists from NNEGC “Energoatom” showcased the activities of Ukraine’s leading energy company, the operator of active nuclear power plants, and discussed the current status and future prospects of the industry.

With the help of virtual reality glasses and nuclear power plant models, the students were able to take a virtual tour of one of Ukraine’s nuclear power plants. A particular highlight of the event was the interactive game “How a NPP Works,” developed by the Ukrainian Nuclear Society’s branch in Yuzhnoukrainsk.

The game aims to build trust in the peaceful use of nuclear energy and inform participants about key processes in electricity generation at nuclear power plants. Participants completed tasks simulating real stages of NPP operations, such as “NPP Construction,” “Pipeline Installation,” “Nuclear Fuel Loading,” “Spin the Turbine,” and “Connecting to the Power Grid.”

The winners of the interactive game received prizes, and all participants were given souvenirs from the organizers.