Christian Di Lizia is a seasoned professional in the nuclear energy sector with over two decades of experience spanning engineering, project management, international development, and advocacy. Currently serving as Senior Business Developer at EDF’s International New Nuclear Development Division, he leads nuclear program development in Latin America, Slovakia, and Serbia. He also manages strategic relations with global organizations such as the IAEA, OECD-NEA, and WNA.
Christian has driven key initiatives, including EDF’s engagement with international multilateral agencies and the development of nuclear roadmaps in prospective countries. His work focuses on creating robust frameworks for nuclear energy adoption, including supply chain enhancement and competence building.
Previously, Christian has held diverse roles at EDF, ranging from process transformation in nuclear engineering to interface management for the Hinkley Point C project. Notable achievements include rationalizing engineering processes, improving interface resolution times, and driving knowledge-sharing platforms for new nuclear projects.
Earlier in his career, Christian was seconded to Slovenské Elektrárne as a Project Leader, where he achieved operational savings through radioactive waste management optimization and reduced outage durations by implementation of work management best practices. At WANO Paris Centre, he led over 20 international peer review missions, fostering global safety and reliability standards for nuclear plants.
Christian holds a degree in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Rome “La Sapienza,” where he also contributed to the development of propulsion technologies. Passionate advocate for nuclear energy, Christian’s strategic vision and leadership underscore his commitment to advancing safe, efficient, and innovative nuclear energy solutions worldwide.
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