Why the energy crisis and climate change are reigniting interest in nuclear power

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Why the energy crisis and climate change are reigniting interest in nuclear power

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THE WAR in Ukraine is causing countries to rethink their dependence on Russian energy. Some governments are turning to nuclear power. While unpopular, it is one of the safest and most sustainable forms of energyand an essential weapon in the fight against climate change. Can innovations in technology and engineering help to revive the nuclear industry? Alok Jha hosts. Runtime: 42 min For full access to The Economists print, digital and audio editions subscribe at economist.com/podcastoffer and sign up for our weekly science newsletter at economist.com/simplyscience.