Nuclear Power StationToday’s nuclear power stations capture heat energy from nuclear fission reactions to drive steam turbines and produce low-carbon electricity.
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Uranium is a finite, but abundant natural resource. It is one of the most energy-dense materials on the planet. The electricity produced from a single pellet of uranium dioxide could power a home for around two years.
The Future of Nuclear Power
The future of nuclear power around the world is unclear; countries are either embracing it or rejecting it.
There are concerns about safety, waste disposal and security, but there is also recognition that it can provide a stable, consistent supply of energy and could help to reduce carbon emissions globally.
