nuclear reactors
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An Atomic Catch 22: Climate Change and the Decline of America’s Nuclear Fleet
Nuclear energy currently generates a majority of America’s carbon-free electricity. It is an energy source that we cannot afford to keep — and also cannot afford to lose.
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Could New Nuclear Reactors Power America’s Low-Carbon Future?
A documentary featuring Earth Institute scientists suggests next-generation reactors could be a safe and clean way to replace fossil fuels.
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New Study Maps Reactor Safety Worldwide
An analysis and interactive map appearing in Nature News provide new insights and a spatial context for assessing some of the risks associated with nuclear power plants.
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