Glossary
Inertial Confinement Fusion
**Inertial Confinement Fusion** (ICF) is an advanced form of nuclear fusion where fuel in the form of hydrogen isotopes is compressed and heated to extremely high temperatures using powerful laser or ion beams. This process aims to replicate the conditions found in the core of stars, where...
Integrated Assessment Modeling (IAM)
**Integrated Assessment Modeling (IAM)** is a dynamic and multidisciplinary approach used to analyze complex environmental, economic, and social systems to understand and address global challenges such as climate change. By seamlessly combining data from various sectors, IAM offers a...
Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)
The **Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)** is a United Nations body dedicated to the assessment of scientific data related to climate change, its impacts, and potential future risks, as well as formulating adaptive and mitigative strategies. Established in 1988 by the World...
Intermediate-Level Waste (ILW)
**Intermediate-Level Waste (ILW)** refers to a type of radioactive waste that falls between low-level and high-level waste in terms of radioactivity. Unlike low-level waste (LLW), ILW contains higher concentrations of radioisotopes, hence it requires more robust containment and shielding to...
International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
The **International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)**, an autonomous international organization within the United Nations system, is dedicated to promoting the peaceful use of nuclear energy and inhibiting its use for any military purpose, including nuclear weapons. Established in 1957 and...