GIF Non-Electric Application of Nuclear Heat (NEANH) Database
NEANH Database Background
This inventory of activities relating to non-electric applications of nuclear heat was populated by the GIF Non-Electric and Cogeneration Applications of Nuclear Energy Working Group (NECA WG). The NECA WG evaluates energy systems as alternatives to the use of fossil fuels as a source of thermal energy, and energy services that are complementary to the electric grid. This approach is designed to optimise energy utilization efficiency, system economics, and decarbonisation.
More information about the GIF NECA Working Group is available here: https://www.gen-4.org/gif-activities/working-groups/non-electric-and-cogeneration-applications-nuclear-energy-working
The NEANH Database will be maintained at a regular cadence, and is an evolving document. New versions will be released, and may differ in format, content, and style. Please check the NEANH website for the latest version.
The NEANH database includes reference information in the following categories:
- Studies: Research studies related to non-electric applications of nuclear heat.
- Collaborative Initiatives: Collaborative projects and initiatives in the domain.
- NECA Systems: Information on systems that have operated, are currently operating, or are under construction.
- Modelling Tools: Tools available for modelling these applications.
The GIF NEANH database is publicly available since 2024-01-10.
Version 2.0 of the GIF NEANH database was made publicly available on 2026-08-26.
Download the GIF NEANH database
The GIF NEANH Database is available below, and is also maintained and available for download as a Microsoft Excel workbook. The downloadable version contains the complete dataset maintained by the GIF Non-Electric and Cogeneration Applications (NECA) Working Group, including studies, collaborative initiatives, NECA systems, and modelling tools.
The database is periodically updated as new information becomes available and as existing entries are reviewed by the NECA Working Group. Users are encouraged to download the latest available version to ensure they are working with the most current information.
GIF NEANH Database, Version 2.1 (last updated on 2026-10-01)
Contribute to the NEANH Database
GIF encourages experts and the public to submit an entry to the GIF Non-Electric Applications of Nuclear Heat Database to help ensure the information is complete and up-to-date. Each entry will be submitted for consideration by the members of the GIF Non-Electric and Cogeneration Applications (NECA) Working Group. Submitted entries will be reviewed and approved on a monthly basis.