Energy Switch

Energy Switch


Is It Time for More Nuclear Power? Part 2

April 08, 2024

The conversation on nuclear power continues as Dr. Arjun Makhijani, President of the Institute for Energy and Environmental Research, and Michael Shellenberger, a best-selling author, delve deeper into its role in achieving decarbonization targets. They discuss the lengthy timeline required to permit and construct each nuclear plant, compared to the faster deployment of alternative technologies. The episode explores whether expanding nuclear power is a viable option for decarbonizing the electricity sector both in the US and globally.