The Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) is the organization charged with implementing the UAE peaceful nuclear energy program. Launched in December 2009, ENEC specializes in the deployment, ownership and operation of nuclear power plants within the UAE to provide safe, clean, efficient and reliable electricity by 2017 to power the growth of the UAE. In addition, ENEC is responsible for: • Overseeing the work of the Prime Contractor in the design, construction and operation phases. • Working to build the human resource capacity for the nuclear energy program in coordination with the educational sector in the UAE. • Developing public communications and education programs to ensure that UAE residents understand the civil nuclear energy program and are provided information on the program’s progress. ENEC will also serve as the investment arm of the Government of Abu Dhabi, making strategic investments in the nuclear sector, both domestically and internationally.