Program
Nuclear Power

Energiforsk Nuclear Safety Related I&C, ENSRIC

This programme focuses on life time extension of current systems used in nuclear power plants, and identifying new systems and technologies where needed with the aim to promote well functioning control systems related to safety features.

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Reports

The results from this programme is used in the work to replace existing systems and methods, by identifying new technologies to be applied where life time extension of existing systems is not possible. The goal is to maintain the high security levels of Swedish nuclear power plants to a low cost. The programme also emphasises the importance of engaging both senior and junior experts in the field to ensure knowledge transfer and exchanges of experience.

Energiforsk's Nuclear Safety Related I&C, ENSRIC, programme has been ongoing since 2014 and is now in its third R&D programme period.

All results and communications in the programme are in English.

Karin Westling

Research Area Director Nuclear Power and Programme Manager Hydropower

I’m the Head of Nuclear Research and oversee six of our programs: Concrete, Outlook & Technology, ENSRIC (I&C), Vibrations, Gino (interaction between nuclear power and the grid), and Polymeric Materials. I also serve as the program council lead for the Swedish Centre for Sustainable Hydropower (SVC). Throughout my career as a project manager, I’ve moved between the construction and energy sectors, focusing on hydropower, nuclear power, and public buildings for culture and sports. It’s important to me that my work contributes to society and benefits others. I’ve lived in Stockholm for many years, but I’ll always be a Dalsland native at heart.

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Do you have an idea for a project that you would like to perform within this programme? Please fill out this form and send it by e-mail to programme manager Karin Westling. Decisions on new projects are made as needed throughout the year.

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Publications and reports

Here you will find reports and fact sheets from the program.

- Report
Virtualization platforms comparison
Reliable and maintainable digital systems are essential for the long-term operation of nuclear power plants. Increasing reliance on virtualization introduces opportunities and challenges, particularly regarding stability, offline operation, and preservation of legacy systems in highly regulated environments.
26 juni 2026|2026:1205Daniel Nagy, Rejlers and Lisa Sahlin, Rejlers
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Summary Report – Nuclear Projects 2025
This document contains brief introductions to all projects that were finalized and/or published in Energiforsk Nuclear Portfolio Programs during the year 2025.
31 mars 2026|2026:1178Karin Westling, Energiforsk
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Uses for big data in the Nordic nuclear power plants
This report provides a comprehensive overview of how big data could transform Nordic nuclear power plants, mapping current and emerging applications, technical and organisational requirements, and lessons learned from both the nuclear sector and other safety-critical industries.
09 feb. 2026|2026:1166Tommie Lindquist, Markus Eriksson RISE
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Cyber Security for Operational Technology
Nuclear power plants increasingly rely on Operational Technology (OT) that must be secured against cyber threats.
03 nov. 2025|2025:1136Maria Alsterskär, Johan Ander, Fredrik Ekelund, Torsten Engström SWECO Sverige AB