About Nuclear Energy
Nuclear power is once again considered a prominent alternative, despite
the disregard it was met with in the 1970s. This is because it’s now being
touted as a more environmentally beneficial solution since it emits far
fewer greenhouse gases during electricity generation than coal or other
traditional power plants.
It is widely accepted as a somewhat dangerous, potentially problematic,
but manageable source of generating electricity. Radiation isn’t easily
dealt with, especially in nuclear waste and maintenance materials, and
expensive solutions are needed to contain, control, and shield both people
and the environment from its harm.
The dialogue about using nuclear power – and expanding it – centers on
weighing these risks against the rewards, as well as the risks inherent
in other forms of power generation. These are just some of the issues
involved.
the disregard it was met with in the 1970s. This is because it’s now being
touted as a more environmentally beneficial solution since it emits far
fewer greenhouse gases during electricity generation than coal or other
traditional power plants.
It is widely accepted as a somewhat dangerous, potentially problematic,
but manageable source of generating electricity. Radiation isn’t easily
dealt with, especially in nuclear waste and maintenance materials, and
expensive solutions are needed to contain, control, and shield both people
and the environment from its harm.
The dialogue about using nuclear power – and expanding it – centers on
weighing these risks against the rewards, as well as the risks inherent
in other forms of power generation. These are just some of the issues
involved.
