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Nuclear reactors in hurricanes: 5 questions answered

Hurricane Florence may affect the operations of several of the 16 nuclear reactors located in the Carolinas and Virginia, raising concerns about safety and power outages. Ted Kury, director of energy studies at the University ...

Sep 14, 2018

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Why Germany ditched nuclear before coal—and why it won't go back

One year ago, Germany took its last three nuclear power stations offline. When it comes to energy, few events have baffled outsiders more.

Apr 24, 2024

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Nuclear option: Earth's climate panacea or poison?

For its supporters, nuclear energy is the world's best—perhaps only—hope to avoid catastrophic climate change. Opponents say it is too expensive, too risky and totally unnecessary.

Oct 11, 2021

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Reducing radioactive waste in processes to dismantle nuclear facilities

Recent years have seen a move into a phase to decommission and dismantle nuclear power stations and facilities, above all in Europe. By 2015, 156 reactors at nuclear facilities across the world had been shut down or were ...

Jul 8, 2020

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South Africa to build new nuclear plants: govt

South Africa, battling crippling power blackouts, plans to add 2,500 megawatts of new nuclear generation, the government announced Tuesday.

Dec 12, 2023

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Turkey quake revives debate over nuclear plant being built

A devastating earthquake that toppled buildings across parts of Turkey and neighboring Syria has revived a longstanding debate locally and in neighboring Cyprus about a large nuclear power station being built on Turkey's ...

Feb 16, 2023

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UK unveils plans for 'biggest nuclear power expansion in 70 years'

The UK government on Thursday announced plans for what it said was the country's "biggest expansion of nuclear power for 70 years" to bolster its energy independence and meet carbon emission targets.

Jan 11, 2024

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