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A Radical Reboot of Nuclear Energy
The Daily
Harnessing the Atom: Vision and Reality
Nuclear power was envisioned as a transformative energy source, potentially offering immense energy efficiency with minimal environmental impact. Two ounces of uranium-235 could generate as much power as 800 carloads of coal, highlighting its capacity as a clean energy alternative to fossil fuels. Predictions forecasted a future dominated by nuclear power plants, aimed at addressing global energy challenges. However, as the nuclear industry expanded in the 1960s with over 50 reactors under construction in the U.S., unforeseen issues arose, revealing the complexity and regulatory challenges associated with nuclear energy development.
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