Reducing Carbon Emissions with Nuclear Power

Published October 29, 2019

As we move toward a low carbon, or even a zero-carbon future, it is a mistake to completely rule out nuclear power. Nuclear is the only carbon-free way to generate baseload power. And replacing nuclear plants without renewable power capacity in place means that carbon emissions rise. With the right combination of renewables and clean nuclear power, we can completely de-carbonize our country’s electricity generation.

Discussion Questions

1. How is nuclear energy used?
2. How does nuclear energy impact the environment?
3. What are the advantages of using nuclear energy in the United States?

Additional Resources

• Watch “The Role of Commercial Nuclear Energy in a National Energy Policy with James Ellis Jr.,” available here. 
• Watch “Redefining Energy Security” by Admiral James O. Ellis Jr., available here. 
• Read Admiral James O. Ellis Jr’s chapter “Redefining Energy Security” in Blueprint for America available here.
• Read the “The Benefits Of Nuclear Power” by Admiral James O. Ellis Jr. , George P. Shultz, available here.