Nuclear Energy

Currently around the world there are about 430 operating nuclear power plants in 25 nations. The energy harnessed by these power plants supplies almost 17% of the world's electricity. About 83 new nuclear power plants are being constructed around the world.

Countries, such as France, are benefitting from nuclear energy. As of today, 80% of France's electricity is supplied by nuclear energy. The switch from coal and oil to nuclear energy has produced 18% less greenhouse gas per person. If France were to switch back to the usage of coal and oil their greenhouse gas emission would rise by 25%.

References

The Market Oracle, France is Still a Nuclear Power Global Leader, © 2007 Elliott H. Gue Link: www.marketoracle.co.uk/Article1160.html

Nuclear Energy & Society, Worldwide Benefits, Ilan Lipper & Jon Stone Link: www.umich.edu/~gs265/society/nuclear.htm