What are the main reasons why nuclear energy is not more widely accepted?

Here are the seven major problems with nuclear energy:

• Long Time Lag Between Planning and Operation.
• Cost.
• Weapons Proliferation Risk.
• Meltdown Risk.
• Mining Lung Cancer Risk.
• Carbon-Equivalent Emissions and Air Pollution.
• Waste Risk.

Why might a country without many fossil fuel reserves choose to use nuclear power?

The intent of a nation to ensure diversity or security of electricity supply. Environmental factors such as: a nation’s commitment to mitigating climate change (by using low-carbon nuclear electricity to reduce greenhouse gas emissions) or to improving air quality.

Why is nuclear energy not used in India?

One of the main reasons for the low capacity factors is lack of nuclear fuel. India has been making advances in the field of thorium-based fuels, working to design and develop a prototype for an atomic reactor using thorium and low-enriched uranium, a key part of India’s three stage nuclear power programme.

How nuclear energy is generated?

Nuclear power comes from nuclear fission Nuclear power plants heat water to produce steam. The steam is used to spin large turbines that generate electricity. Nuclear power plants use heat produced during nuclear fission to heat water. In nuclear fission, atoms are split apart to form smaller atoms, releasing energy.

Why do countries depend on nuclear energy?

Nuclear is the world’s second largest source of low-carbon power (29\% of the total in 2018). Over 50 countries utilize nuclear energy in about 220 research reactors. In addition to research, these reactors are used for the production of medical and industrial isotopes, as well as for training.

Why do you think that nuclear energy is bound to play an important role in India?

(i) India has limited reserves of coal and petroleum. Nuclear energy minerals like Thorium is found in plenty in India. (ii) Hence, nuclear energy can compensate for deficiency of fossil fuels. (iii) Nuclear power stations can be established easily and conveniently in those areas where other sources are not available.

What is nuclear energy disadvantages?

The main disadvantages of nuclear energy include its environmental impact, it is extremely water-intensive, there is a risk of nuclear accidents, management of radioactive waste is problematic, and it is non-renewable.