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For the civil discussion of all things related to the peaceful use of nuclear energy.

Nuclear Energy

For the civil discussion of all things nuclear and nuclear energy.

Wikipedia: Nuclear Energy

Quick Facts

  • Nuclear power provided ~5.7% of global energy & 13% global electricity, in 2012.
  • In 2012, 437 nuclear reactors (many not operational) existed in 31 different countries.
  • More than 150 naval vessels using nuclear propulsion have been built.

Rules

  1. No personal attacks.
  2. No spam.
  3. Talk about nuclear energy.

Guidelines

  1. We want everyone to feel comfortable asking questions even if they are framed with a tone of hostility towards nuclear energy. Do your best to inform and not insult.

  2. Nuclear energy has its issues, we want to discuss these with great detail. Be honest about nuclear and provide proposed solutions to its current issues.

  3. Understand that nuclear energy is complicated and has been given a negative stigma to the layman. Try not to attack someone for being against nuclear out of fear, take the chance to instead educate.

Begginer's Guide to Nuclear

What is Nuclear?

  • How does nuclear power work?
  • What makes nuclear plants safe?
  • Where do we get the fuel from?
  • Where do we store the waste?

What about Nuclear accidents?

  • What caused Fukushima/3-Mile/Chernobyl?
  • What effects did Fukushima/3-Mile/Chernobyl have on environments?
  • What effects did Fukushima/3-Mile/Chernobyl have on organisms?

How much does it cost?

  • TBC

What needs improvement?

  • TBC

What solutions are there?

  • TBC

Reactor Types

Fast Breeder

Light Water Reactor (LWR)

Heavy Water Reactor (HWR)

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Emergency Reaponse

Hello everyone, I'm going to be an EMT soon and I was wondering what it takes to do emergency response on the nuclear and radiological side of things. I know some fire departments do it and I'm familiar with hazmat.

Any resources, especially books are also really appreciated. Thanks!

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2024/06/27
02:04 UTC

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Rolls-Royce Micro Nuclear Reactor ☢️😲

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2024/06/22
08:52 UTC

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Hiring Process and Security Clearance in Nuclear Sector

Hello all,

I’m in a bit of a dilemma and could use your insights. In my home country, military service for men is mandatory, but many avoid it by getting a doctor’s note citing psychological issue (not exactly the way). I’m considering this route, but I have some concerns.

I’m currently finishing my Master’s degree in Belgium and aiming to enter the nuclear sector here. I’m worried that avoiding military service for mental health reasons might affect my chances of getting security clearance for jobs in nuclear power plants or similar positions.

What has been your experience with background checks for the sector, especially concerning stress health issues? Any advice or information would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance!

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2024/05/30
13:56 UTC

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Nuclear Energy's Recent Successes: A 2024 Review by Eric Meyer and Matt Meyer at TEAC12

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2024/05/01
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Y-12 Security Complex Oak Ridge, Tennessee background check.

Does anyone know if a DUI will keep you from passing your security clearance at the Y-12 project in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Not for a craft position but as a Bechtel employee (Engineer).

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2024/04/26
20:47 UTC

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On being pro nuclear energy(?) and anti nuclear weapons

Hi everyone, I’m pretty new to learning about nuclear power so bear with me haha. But I have been concerned about links between nuclear power and nuclear weapons, and how to reconcile being pro nuclear power while also opposing ties with nuclear weapons research. Particularly, I have been thinking about this in the context of nuclear fusion. As some of you may know, nuclear fusion comes in two main technologies: magnetic confinement and inertial confinement. As far as I know, while the magnetic confinement research and industry is pretty solidly just about power generation, inertial confinement research has never been able to divorce itself from nuclear weapons research. In fact, there are inertial confinement startups right now that are collaborating with national labs known for their nuke research.

While I hope for a clean energy future with clean nuclear fusion power, it does still worry me that some of the R&D will directly or indirectly support the nuclear stockpile. Is there much reason to be concerned, and if so, how should I approach this issue if I’m considering a career in clean energy?

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2024/03/22
16:37 UTC

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TEAC12: Come to the 12th annual Thorium Energy Alliance conference, April 14th-15th 2024 in Abilene, Texas

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