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Why Nuclear Plants Are Shutting Down

Provided by: Vox |Published on: April 27, 2021
Videos Grades 9-12

Synopsis

  • This video discusses the closure of a nuclear plant just outside of New York City and the debate over the safety of nuclear plants.
  • It advocates nuclear energy is a safer alternative to fossil fuels, according to the deaths recorded from operating power plants of various types, but it's not safer than solar or wind energy.
  • According to their data, nuclear energy may help solve climate change until renewables can replace them.
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Subjects: Chemistry, Earth and Space Sciences, Health, Engineering
Authors: Vox
Region: North America, USA - Northeast, United States, Global, New York, New York City
Languages: English

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