Nuclear Power

Problem: Should Nuclear Power continue to be used or should it be eliminated from the list of alternative power sources?

Positive Aspects of Nuclear Power:
• Cheaper in the long run
• More efficient power production
• Long use of fuel

Negative Aspects of Nuclear Power:
• Possibility of meltdowns
• Need to store Nuclear Waste in secure facility
• High safety concerns with dangerous materials and terrorist threats


Solution to Problem

There are several ways that the issues involving Nuclear Power can be solved. One of the first things that could be done is an increased safety-training schedule for staff. Beyond this, a complex set of natural disaster preventatives can be instituted to limit the impact of disasters. In order to limit the effects outside of the nuclear power plant, citizens in the area would be given safety classes to prepare for any disaster. Many drills are already conducted, but new drills would increase public involvement. Another change could be recycling more nuclear waste to limit the need for waste storage in secure facilities that are filling to capacity. Another option would be building new power plants away from large populations. The last solution we can put into effect is a gradual equalizing of other power generation alternatives so that there are more options if a disaster does occur. Hopefully, if a disaster did occur in the future, the public would be prepared.