Nuclear Station
Marc Blancas, Joan Pinyol, Eric Rovira, Pau Solans, Jan Josa and Joan Sampietro
Benefits
1-Low carbon emissions:
2-Reliability:
3- Energy independence
4- Cost-effective:
5-Job creation:
6- Guarantees the electricity supply
7- The material
8-Alternative uses
Drawbacks
Here are the principals drawbacks about the nuclear energy:
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TOXIC WASTE
The waste that is produced by the nuclear stations is highly radioactive and can remain dangerous for thousands of years, it’s difficult to find a safe repository. Otherwise, the nuclear power plants require a lot of water for cooling, which can have negative impacts on aquatic ecosystems.
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PROLIFERATION
Nuclear proliferation refers to the diffusion of nuclear weapons or the intrusion of terrorists in them. The development of nuclear power programs can increase the risk of nuclear proliferation, as countries may use the technology and materials for military purposes.