Tim Leslie, a climate lead at ABC News, dives deep into the heated debate about nuclear energy as a solution for Australia's climate crisis. He discusses how transitioning from coal could benefit from nuclear's potential, while weighing its economic viability against wind and solar. Tim breaks down the cost and timeline challenges faced by nuclear projects, using real-world examples like the Hinckley Sea power plant. The potential role of small modular reactors is also explored, sparking a discussion on their commercial feasibility in the energy landscape.