Why nuclear power won’t solve the energy crisis

There’s a type of power plant we don’t have in Australia. Advocates say that it could help us overcome both the climate crisis and the energy crisis.

They’re suggesting bringing nuclear energy to Australia.

So why is there a conversation about nuclear power right now? Is it safe? And could it even work in Australia?

Today, former Greens senator and anti-nuclear activist Scott Ludlam on the Nuclear fantasies of conservative politicians and why they continue to make headlines.

Guest: Former Greens senator and anti-nuclear activist, Scott Ludlam.

Background reading: Why nuclear energy won’t work in Australia in The Saturday Paper.

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