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Nuclear Explained - Energy
What is Radiation?
Radiation is energy that moves from one place to another in a form that can be described as waves or particles. We are exposed to radiation in our everyday life. Read more →
Nuclear Explained – Nuclear Energy for Net Zero
Nuclear power is harnessed around the world today to produce low-carbon electricity. The convergence of the climate change and energy crises underlines the need for clean, safe and reliable energy sources. Read more →
What is Nuclear Energy? The Science of Nuclear Power
Nuclear energy is a form of energy released from the nucleus, the core of atoms, made up of protons and neutrons. Read more →
Nuclear Explained – Is Fusion Energy Possible?
For decades, fusion energy has been a distant dream offering the prospect of almost limitless clean energy. But now with burgeoning private sector involvement and major scientific breakthroughs occuring regularly, it seems like fusion's realization is getting closer than ever. Read more →
Infographic: What Makes Nuclear Energy Safe?
Learn how nuclear compares to other sources of energy in terms of safety and about the mechanisms in place to make nuclear energy safe. Read more →
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