Pros of Nuclear Power

Pros of Nuclear Power

1. Nuclear power produces almost no air pollution as it does not burn fossil fuels.

2. Nuclear power is a reliable source of energy as it operates at consistently high capacity factors.

3. Nuclear power plants produce large amounts of energy from small amounts of fuel.

4. Nuclear fuel is relatively inexpensive and abundant.

5. Nuclear power plants require less land than other power plants.

6. Nuclear power does not produce any greenhouse gas emissions.

7. Nuclear power plants can produce electricity 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

8. Nuclear power plants have a long life span, with most plants having an operational life of 40 years or more.