Emirates Nuclear Energy Co’s ENEC Consulting to support global projects

Emirates Nuclear Energy Company (ENEC) has launched a strategic advisory subsidiary, ENEC Consulting, to support the global expansion of civil nuclear energy programms and related infrastructure.

The move follows the company’s recent rebranding efforts and ambition to become a leader in global nuclear energy solutions.

ENEC Consulting will leverage the company’s more than 15 years of experience, gained through the successful delivery of the UAE Peaceful Nuclear Energy Program and the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant, which began full-fleet operations in September 2024.

The subsidiary will focus on the comprehensive lifecycle of nuclear energy projects, from strategic advisory and project management to operational readiness and capacity building.

ENEC Consulting’s launch marks a key step in the company’s overall mission to foster the responsible growth of nuclear energy, utilising the UAE’s experience in delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable nuclear power. The company aims to offer proven expertise to help other nations build robust and sustainable nuclear energy ecosystems.

Role of nuclear energy has become more relevant, says ENEC MD and CEO

Mohamed Al Hammadi, managing director and CEO of ENEC, said, “With the demand for clean baseload electricity surging, driven by heavy industry and energy-intensive sectors including data centres required for AI, the role of nuclear energy has never been clearer. The UAE has demonstrated a proven ability to decarbonise its grid, achieving the highest per capita addition of clean electricity globally in the past five years, with 75 per cent of this energy coming from the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant.

“The creation of the entity comes at a time of significant global momentum in the nuclear energy sector – we are ready to help partners and stakeholders achieve energy security and sustainability. We look forward to expanding our reach, partnering with the industry’s best to drive a new wave of nuclear energy development.”

Services offered

ENEC Consulting will offer advisory services across multiple areas, including project management, regulatory frameworks, financing models, and workforce development. The company aims to replicate the success of the UAE’s nuclear programe by helping countries around the world integrate nuclear energy into their clean energy strategies.

Mohamed Al Braiki, general manager of ENEC Consulting, highlighted the company’s role in global nuclear energy expansion, saying: “As more countries commit to tripling nuclear energy capacity by 2050, ENEC Consulting is ready to deliver expertise gained from the UAE’s journey in successfully developing the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant, one of the world’s most efficient nuclear new builds.

“Barakah showcases that nuclear energy projects can be delivered on time, cost efficiently, and in full compliance with national and international standards. Our mission at ENEC Consulting is to support other countries and organisations seeking to integrate nuclear energy into their clean energy strategies. By leveraging our insights and experience, we aim to accelerate decarbonisation of power grids through the development of sustainable nuclear energy solutions.”

The subsidiary’s offerings will include the development of oversight mechanisms for safe and efficient project delivery, drawing on the UAE’s internationally recognised standards in safety, security, and operational excellence. It aims to support the growing demand for nuclear energy solutions across both established and emerging nuclear nations.

Launch aligned with overall mission

The launch of the consulting firm is aligned with the UAE’s commitment to the Tripling Nuclear Declaration, introduced at COP 28 in 2023, which calls for the global nuclear capacity to triple by 2050 as part of efforts to achieve Net Zero emissions.

The new initiative is part of ENEC’s broader strategy to contribute to global decarbonisation and serve as a model for responsible and efficient nuclear energy development worldwide.

In addition to its focus on advisory services, ENEC Consulting will assist in establishing regulatory frameworks that ensure projects are completed in full compliance with national and international standards, contributing to the global push for nuclear energy as a safe and sustainable solution for addressing climate change.