7am

Why Labor wants to fight the election on nuclear power

Sep 10, 2024
The podcast dives into the political landscape surrounding nuclear power in Australia. It discusses the feasibility and legality of building new reactors and the community's lukewarm reception. A breakdown of energy pricing debates reveals concerns over nuclear costs versus promises of lower bills. The conversation highlights Labor's election strategy, proposing new nuclear sites amid coal plant closures. Challenges such as workforce shortages, regulatory hurdles, and radioactive waste management further complicate the outlook for nuclear energy in the country.
Ask episode
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes