Nuclear Energy

Nuclear energy ---- Is it truly worth the risk? “The reduction of nuclear arsenals and the

removal of the threat of worldwide nuclear destruction is a measure, in my judgment, of the

power and strength of a great nation.” This quote was stated by President Jimmy Carter in

disagreement with nuclear energy. Well some, such as President Jimmy Carter, may have

believed, and still believe that nuclear energy poses as a real threat, seeing as there is no proper

method of disposal, and many live in danger of attaining the risks of radiation from emission into

the atmosphere. Although these are quite true, nuclear power does have its benefits. It

substantially lessens the risk of the ‘greenhouse effect’ by diminishing the amount of the

greenhouse gas, carbon dioxide, into the atmosphere. Nuclear power can outwardly show that it

has hazards, especially through accidents, some that were devastating, that occurred. With

multiple safety enhancements, based on the needs of the public, nuclear power can become an

efficient and beneficial alternative source of energy that can help improve environmental

conditions

Nuclear power is necessary for decreasing the risks of global warming. Unlike other

forms of energy, nuclear power is a mean of energy conservation. However, based on the opinion

of the public, only 13.5% of electricity is generated through nuclear power. Fossil fuels, which

currently contribute to 67% to the world energy production, can substantially increase the amount

of carbon dioxide emitted into the air. This then leads to a cause-and-effect chain of events,

resulting in the increase of the ‘greenhouse effect’, and the eventual fact that global warming will

rightfully exist. Nuclear power is an efficient source of energy, which is safe for the recipients,

and is prospectively inexpensive. Every 22 tons of uranium avoids the emission of one million

tons of carbon dioxide, relative to...