Director General Yukiya Amano opened the Scientific Forum, stating that to ensure that radioactive waste poses no risk to people or the environment, now and in the future, all countries using nuclear technologies have the responsibility to manage it safely. During the Forum, international experts on radioactive waste will highlight the science and technology available to develop safe, secure and sustainable solutions for its management. The meeting will also highlight how the IAEA is supporting its Member States in meeting the challenge. The Scientific Forum is being held from 23 to 24 September 2014 on the sidelines of the IAEA General Conference.