Is nuclear power the solution?
Starting Point. Discuss the questions below.
What do you know about nuclear power plants in Europe?
Focus on Quiz. How much do you know about nuclear power?
Focus on Comprehension. Answer the questions below about the video.
Focus on Listening. Watch the video. Read the transcript below if necessary.
Transcript
Focus on Speaking.Â
According to Energy Sage, these are the main points for and against nuclear energy. How are they similar to or different from the arguments made in the video?
| Pros of nuclear energy | Cons of nuclear energy |
|---|---|
| Carbon-free electricity | Uranium is technically non-renewable |
| Small land footprint | Very high upfront costs |
| High power output | Nuclear waste |
| Reliable energy source | Malfunctions can be catastrophic |
https://www.energysage.com/about-clean-energy/nuclear-energy/pros-and-cons-nuclear-energy/
- What are the disadvantages of nuclear energy?
- What are the advantages of nuclear power?
- Can nuclear waste be dealt with adequately?
- Are nuclear plants safe from risk of nuclear meltdown/explosion?
- Can nuclear energy help reduce emissions, fight climate change?
- Is the terrorist threat to nuclear facilities non-existent/manageable?
- Where does your opinion stand on nuclear power?
- Which is more dangerous to human life over the next two hundred years spent nuclear fuel or carbon dioxide/global warming?
- Would you rather live next to a nuclear power plant than a coal-fired one? Why?
