There are various advantages of nuclear energy. Nuclear energy is very eco-friendly and does not produce polluted gases. In this blog post, we will discuss in detail about various advantages of nuclear energy.
First, lets get brief idea of nuclear energy.
When we talk about nuclear energy, we think about nuclear bombs. But, nuclear energy also used to produce electricity. It is very environmental friendly and can last for 100 years.
We have got brief idea of nuclear energy. Let’s know all the key advantages of nuclear energy.
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Various Advantages of Nuclear Energy
1. Environment Friendly
Nuclear energy does not emit polluted gases such as carbon dai oxide and carbon mono oxide. Nuclear energy is very clean fuel if utilized properly. Peoples thinks that nuclear energy is very dangerous for environment but actually that’s not the case. Apart from nuclear bomb, it is very good to reduce pollution. The use of nuclear power does not have any adverse effects on water or land, except when using transportation.
2. High Power Efficiency
Nuclear energy is a huge source of electrical energy. A small nuclear power plant is capable to fulfill the demand of big cities. Industrial cities required high power efficiency that can be fulfill by nuclear energy.
3. Stable Electricity
Nuclear power plants generates stable electricity throughout the year. There is no effect of bad weather. Solar energy is highly effected due to bad weather. Wind energy also does not produce stable power supply. Nuclear power plants also helps other renewable energy plants to produce stable electricity.
4. Low Operating Cost
Operating cost of nuclear power is very low compared to other types of power plants. Low fuel is required to produce electricity. Construction cost of nuclear power plant is high but once it is ready to use, cost can be minimize.
5. Trusted Source of Energy
As we knows that renewable source of energy is not constant. solar and wind energy are dependent on weather conditions, nuclear power plants have no such restrictions and can operate without failure in any climatic conditions.
Nuclear power plants can run for 100 years because enough uranium is remaining. These plants can run for long period of time with low maintenance. The best part is that this energy is always available. It is widely accessible, much is stored, and supplies are thought to last much longer than fossil fuels used at the same capacity.
6. Better Than Other Fossil Fuels
Uranium is one of the best fuel ever produced. It is highly efficient. Its low quantity produce energy. High amount of electricity can be generated by using small quantity of nuclear fuel such as uranium and thorium.
7. Highly Profitable
Nuclear energy is highly profitable for power generation companies as well as local governments. The initial cost to construct plant is high but after that it is very economical. Uranium and thorium is easily available to governments for the purpose of power generation.
Conclusion
In the United States of America, 19% electricity is generated by nuclear energy. Other countries such as India and China also trying to increase nuclear energy. As it is safe and cheap, it can be leading fuel for power generation in upcoming years.