Are You Ready for Nulcear Power?

Contrary to popular belief, nuclear power, is the cleanest and safest form of electrical energy available.  It has the least negative impact on the environment.  So why are we not using more nuclear energy?  There are several reasons but it basically comes down to two main reasons.  One, is that fossil fuels are, have been, cheaper.  We have an addiction to coal and oil in this country.  So, in spite of the absolute fact that fossil fuels have tarnished our environment with air, water and land pollution, not to mention the multitude of thousands of people who have died, we continue to be dependent on fossil fuels.  Why?  Because it is cheaper. 

Also, the second reason for the large abstinence from nukes would be fear.  The movie China Syndrome and Russia’s Cherynobol are used to continue this fear mongering.  Many see nuclear waste products as a reason not to use nuclear power.  I see it  just the opposite.  What other large scale power source, that will not have adverse impact on the environment, can contain 100% of its waste product?  100% of the waste from nuclear power can be contained and managed. 

Don’t you think the time is now to think nuke?

Here is an excellent blog that compares nuke to coal:

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