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Is It Time for More Nuclear Power? Part 1

Is It Time for More Nuclear Power? Part 1

FromEnergy Switch


Is It Time for More Nuclear Power? Part 1

FromEnergy Switch

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Length:
26 minutes
Released:
Apr 17, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Nuclear proponents say we can’t meet climate goals without expanding the fleet and pursuing new nuclear technologies, while opponents say cost and time are the main issues. Will nuclear power play a role in decarbonizing the electricity sector? Dr. Arjun Makhijani, the President of the Institute for Energy and Environmental Research, and Michael Shellenberger, a best-selling author, discuss.
Released:
Apr 17, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (36)

Energy and climate are intertwined, two of the most important topics in the world today. Yet listeners know very little about them. This podcast aims to change that. Energy Switch brings together two renowned experts from government, NGOs, academia, and industry, with differing perspectives on important energy and climate topics. These lively discussions are moderated by renowned energy scientist and communicator Dr. Scott Tinker. The podcast is produced, written, and directed by Emmy-winning documentary filmmaker Harry Lynch.