Future of US nuclear power: Pivotal moment amid safety concerns
In the United States, there are 54 nuclear power plants, supplying 18.6% of electricity, and six in Canada, contributing 15%. The average age of US commercial nuclear reactors is 42 years, signalling a pivotal moment for the industry. Stagnation stems from cost and safety concerns, exacerbated by historical incidents like Three Mile Island, Chornobyl, and…