• Crampon@lemmy.world
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    9 months ago

    We have been safely storing nuclear “trash” for decades. Much of it isn’t really considered trash as it will have potential for new energy in the future. Temporary storage is more correct.

    France are planning to build six new plants.

    Nuclear energy has potential for catastrophes sure. But annual deaths by nuclear disasters Vs. Any other energy sources is pretty funny.

    Wind power is considered more lethal than nuclear.

    People are just afraid of what they don’t understand.

    • Crazypartypony@lemmy.world
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      9 months ago

      Another point for nuclear, it actually works when it’s not sunny and windy. Hot still days in the summer when everyone wants AC? No wind power. Terrible winter days that are super windy with no sun? Still no wind power because the wind is now too strong and will hurt the turbines, and no sun. Where’s the heat coming from? Renewable sources are great, but the amount of storage they would need to be practical as a primary source of electricity is a bit prohibitive.