Climate Change Data

Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2004-07 to 2005-06)

Reporting Period: 2004-07 to 2005-06

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

  • Safety, Security and Environmental Sustainability
  • Deliver Excellence in Nuclear Science and Technology
  • Maximise Return on Investment in Expertise and Specialised Facilities
  • Promote Understanding of the Benefits of Nuclear Science and Technology

Environmental Achievements

  • Reduced radioactive gaseous emissions from radiopharmaceutical production facilities.
  • Implemented a waste characterisation and clearance system, reducing waste generation.
  • Maintained water quality well below Australian drinking water guidelines.

Social Achievements

  • Launched ANSTO Minerals to provide consulting services to the mining industry.
  • Launched Nuclear Science in Society, an educational resource for high school students.
  • Launched a national initiative to promote careers in science.
  • Published the first corporate social responsibility report.

Governance Achievements

  • Implemented a new Business Management System (ABMS) to improve efficiency and compliance.
  • Established a new business development group, Access ANSTO.
  • Restructured the organisation into operational divisions and four research institutes.
  • Maintained compliance with international safeguards agreements.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Maintain Australia's leadership in nuclear science and technology.
Medium-term Goals:
  • Increase utilisation of OPAL's neutron beam instruments.
  • Expand commercialisation of ANSTO's technologies and services.
Short-term Goals:
  • Complete construction and commissioning of OPAL reactor.

Environmental Challenges

  • Maintaining the safe and efficient operation of HIFAR while constructing OPAL.
  • Meeting projected future demand for radiopharmaceuticals.
  • Maximising the utilisation of OPAL's neutron beam instruments.
  • Addressing cost escalation in the OPAL project due to external factors.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Developed a comprehensive transition process from HIFAR to OPAL.
  • Extended and refitted ARI's facilities and appointed a new General Manager.
  • Started taking bookings for instrument time from external research teams.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures and improved project management practices.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Compliance with Australian Standards

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: Commonwealth Authorities and Companies Act 1997, Australian Accounting Standards

Certifications: ISO 9001, ISO 14001

Third-party Assurance: Australian National Audit Office

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Controlled-release technology
  • New radiopharmaceuticals

Awards & Recognition

  • First place in Workplace Safety Innovative Solutions