R-Squared Energy
SEPTEMBER 1, 2022
Thus, those huge growth rates aren’t yet translating into enough energy consumption to even stall global fossil fuel consumption growth. That poses a serious challenge when global carbon dioxide emissions continue to climb. Nuclear power is unique among energy sources. It seems like a no-brainer.
The Guardian: Energy
JANUARY 23, 2024
Experts say world is ‘past peak fossil power’ but warn against uneven development of energy projects Nuclear power generation is likely to break records in 2025 as more countries invest in reactors to fuel the shift to a low-carbon global economy, while renewable energy is likely to overtake coal as a power source early next year, data has shown.
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R-Squared Energy
AUGUST 23, 2020
Increased fossil fuel consumption made up most of this growth, with every category of fossil fuels showing increased consumption over the decade.”. That means global carbon dioxide emissions continue to climb. Last week someone asked me “Are you pro- or anti-nuclear?” I believe the answer to that is “No.”.
R-Squared Energy
JUNE 15, 2023
As coal-fired power plants are retired, there is a need for reliable and affordable zero-emission power replacements. Although it is cleaner than coal, natural gas is still a fossil fuel and therefore has associated greenhouse gas emissions. However, nuclear power is a viable option for meeting this need.
Mr. Sustainability
DECEMBER 5, 2021
Nuclear power is up to three times more expensive than wind or solar Summary - Costs of renewables continue to fall incrementally and are at a record low of around €40 per MWh. Nuclear power plants, especially in the West, are confronted with high construction costs, extreme delays and more stringent safety measures.
R-Squared Energy
MAY 4, 2021
President Bush touted the potential for a “hydrogen economy” that would greatly slow the release of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. When hydrogen is combusted in an engine or consumed in a fuel cell, it combines with oxygen to form water. Grey hydrogen denotes hydrogen produced from fossil fuels, such as via the SMR process.
R-Squared Energy
SEPTEMBER 5, 2022
Any time I write about nuclear power, it evokes passionate responses from readers. That was certainly the case following my previous article, Nuclear Power Could Cut The World’s Carbon Emissions In Half. There is always a contingent who are convinced that all we need is solar power. China — 16.7%.
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