It’s Time to Expand Nuclear Power
Topics: Energy, Environment
Public Release Date: January 23, 2020
For decades, the development of nuclear power has sparked staunch debate among scientists, politicians, and activists alike. For its proponents, the promise of nuclear energy is clear: It's the most effective means of reducing greenhouse gases and combating climate change while still meeting the world's growing demand for energy. And to date, nuclear energy produces approximately 10% of the world's power and rakes in billions in revenue in the United States alone. But its critics argue that expanding nuclear energy is dangerous and ill-advised. They cite the high costs of building powerplants, the potential consequences of a meltdown, and the challenge of managing waste. Rather, they argue, we should look to wind and solar to meet our energy demands. Should nuclear energy fuel our future?
ARGUING YES:
Kirsty Gogan: Co-founder & Executive Director of Energy for Humanity
Daniel Poneman: Former Deputy Secretary of Energy
ARGUING NO:
Gregory B. Jaczko: Former Chairman of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Arjun Makhijani: President of the Institute for Energy and Environmental Research
MODERATOR-IN-CHIEF:
John Donvan: Emmy award-winning journalist