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Nuclear Power Plant: A Viable And Sustainable Option To Ensure Energy Security And Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions
With the aim of promoting the development of nuclear energy in Brazil, sector representatives met in Brasília this Tuesday (18) for the launch of the mixed parliamentary front for nuclear energy. The bloc has 217 members, including 204 federal deputies and 13 senators, and has the support of Eletronuclear, the company responsible for the operation of Brazil’s nuclear power plants.
The initiative gains prominence amid global calls for G7 governments to support the long-term operation of existing nuclear power plants and accelerate the deployment of new facilities. Leaders of six nuclear trade associations, including the World Nuclear Association and the UK Nuclear Industry Association, issued joint statements in this regard during the Nuclear Energy Forum in Sapporo.
Mixed Parliamentary Front: The Force That Can Drive Nuclear Energy In Congress
The creation of the parliamentary front in Brazil demonstrates the commitment of the nuclear energy sector to promote debate and actions in favor of the development of this energy source. Nuclear energy is considered a viable and sustainable option to strengthen the development of nations, ensure energy security, and contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.
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With 39 years of halted construction and R$1 billion draining annually without generating a single watt, Angra 3 has become a ticking time bomb for Eletronuclear — while China put 20 new reactors into operation in the same period.
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The United States spent US$ 15 billion to excavate 8 km of tunnels inside a mountain in the Nevada desert — the world’s safest nuclear waste repository was ready, but never received a single barrel of waste.
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China has just commissioned the world’s first commercial mini-nuclear reactor — it is only 14 meters tall, generates energy for 526,000 homes, and prevents 880,000 tons of CO₂ per year.
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South Korea held plasma at 100 million degrees for 102 seconds inside a nuclear fusion reactor — more than double the previous record and the most concrete step taken towards endless clean energy.
The parliamentary front is an opportunity to bring together experts, lawmakers, and other stakeholders for an informed and objective discussion about nuclear energy. It is expected to broaden dialogue and raise awareness about the importance of nuclear energy, as well as improve policies and regulations related to the sector in the country. The advancement of this initiative represents a significant milestone for the Brazilian nuclear sector and can drive the debate on the role of this energy source in the national context.
Eletronuclear: The Company Responsible For Promoting Nuclear Energy In Brazil
Eletronuclear, responsible for operating Brazil’s nuclear power plants, is a company that contributes to the country’s energy supply in a safe and reliable manner. With a diversified and sustainable energy matrix, electricity generation from nuclear sources is an important option for ensuring the country’s energy security and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
The initiative of the mixed parliamentary front for nuclear energy in Brazil demonstrates the importance of nuclear energy for the country’s development. With the support of lawmakers and experts, the discussion on nuclear energy in Brazil can progress, contributing to improve policies and regulations related to the sector and to strengthen energy security and sustainable development in the country.
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