Climate

Is nuclear power an acceptable solution to reduce emissions?

For

It produces low carbon energy and is reliable.

Against

Nuclear waste and accident risks can be dangerous for generations.

Anonymous excerpts, translated where noted.

For

  • Nuclear energy is a low carbon, low risk method of energy generation and has an essential part to play in the battle against climate change.
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  • Nuclear power plants can operate at maximum capacity for over 90% of the year, longer than any other type of power production.
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Against

  • it takes a large amount of time to set up the necessary infrastructure and waste disposal facilities, which is time we don’t have.
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  • Nuclear simply costs a lot of money to build.
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