Nuclear power is the use of nuclear reactions that release energy to generate heat, which most frequently is then used in steam turbines to produce electricity in a nuclear power station. Australia currently has no nuclear facilities generating electricity. Australia's extensive, low-cost coal and natural gas reserves have historically been used as strong arguments for avoiding nuclear power. Proponents argue that nuclear energy is now safe and emits much less carbon emissions than coal plants. Opponents argue that recent nuclear disasters in Japan prove that nuclear power is far from safe.
Narrow down which types of responses you would like to see.
Narrow down the conversation to these participants:
Political party:
Political theme:
Federal Electorate:
Local Government Area:
Postcode:
Yes, specifically low pressure high temperature thorium reactors.
Yes, but the focus should be on cleaner alternative and it should be used and prepared for in case of electricity shortages
Nuclear energy should be explored if it it allows us to meet our economic and environmental objectives. It should only be subsidised if the use of it uniquely saves the government money elsewhere or aligns with Australia's long-term national interests.
@9WV5Y6Z4wks4W
Federal government question. We should focus on safe renewable energy sources like hydroelectric, thorium, geothermal, wind, soalr, and water powered energy. Only yes -if it's safe
yes and no. Its fast, efficient and helps with environmental and medical and all sorts of studies. But the uranium used in it can effect the health of humans. If we are able to work with it in affordable cost and between our safety measures we should more than happy to be continuing with its work
Government have no control on solar provider prices. In any circumstances the buy back price should be less than 5 year. Should fine to solar provider those are charging more than the market. Every solar quote must approved by authority. I have never received subsidy as advertised. No any service provider provide any details of subsidy. Government should put the commossion.
@9G7PW521yr1Y
Yes, whilst nuclear energy has its negatives, it is also very useful and when used properly it is beneficial for society.
@9FFQK5S1yr1Y
yes but as a backup for cleaner alternatives, we should prioritise and transition to clean energy renewables first
@8C7KG8M4yrs4Y
Yes, provided we can dispose of the waste properly.
@9W5C2Q61mo1MO
Yes, but not in Australia as so many sustainable natural resources could be used instead. Nuclear power plants are a great for smaller countries that don't have that option.
@9RP79JS4mos4MO
If there's a few disaster such as earthquakes or tsunami or whatever , I agree with it but if there's a lot , I think we should avoid using it .
Yes, but there needs to be more inquiry’s and planning around it besides the weekend it took liberal to think it up
@9LQSG5SOne Nation7mos7MO
Use fossil fuels and reserve nuclear for maritime and space affairs, or just the powering of large remote vessels in general
Yes and it should be implemented post haste to the fullest extent of its current capability in consultion with relevant scientific communities
Before using nuclear power we need an effective and safe way of dealing with nuclear waste. that or further developement in nuclear energy such as effective fusion energy instead of fision to remove the danger of radioactive waste.
i support nuclear energy as long as it is done properly and that workers at the power plants are trained in how to run the generators and systems, Australia overall should have a nuclear with solar on roofs and that all our energy companies should be owned by the federal government.
@9K9ZQGL9mos9MO
Any current nuclear energy powerplants are helpful but renewable energy is the best way to supply energy into the future as nuclear plants take long to get going. Also nationalise the energy sector.
Although I support the use of nuclear energy broadly in the context of Australia solar and other renewable alternatives seem far more applicable compared to other places in the world and carry less danger then nuclear (even if the risks of it are getting increasingly smaller)
@9D4D2B61yr1Y
make the submarines and bomb china
@8Z7WQHC3yrs3Y
Depedning on the renewable resources we have available, nuclear should be used as a last resort
@8R9ZW554yrs4Y
thorium is still nuclear energy
No, the window to set up a strong energy sector dependent on nuclear energy has unfortunately passed.
@9BKYMTK2yrs2Y
Yes, unless it is being used for good
@99Z9DP72yrs2Y
Yes, as long as they follow extremely rigourous standards
No, stay with fossel Fuels.
@96FVK5J2yrs2Y
Yes, with strong regulation
@96FRC832yrs2Y
i want another chernobyl
@96DR4BN2yrs2Y
If they keep me safe then yep hit that big red button
@95GWCDM2yrs2Y
Yes if it stored properly and does not harm the neivronment
No, Nuclear energy is too much of a safety risk
Yes, but only nuclear fusion and not fission
@92ZDPT63yrs3Y
no simply due to the fact that humans with pockets are not to be trusted with such responsibilities
@92YLRM53yrs3Y
Yes, provided there is support given to safe nuclear technologies
@92XQ8QD3yrs3Y
No, everyone Needs to be more educated first and be aware of the risks
No, There have been too many incidents involving nuclear power
@92X2MYY3yrs3Y
yes, as long as they pay higher tax
@92TTCDK3yrs3Y
There’s no point unless it’s long term, therefore we need to invest in other clean alternatives.
@92SGMPL3yrs3Y
No, Nuclear energy is not economically competitive with green alternatives like wind, solar and batteries
I believe that we should enforce laws and regulations on nuclear weapons
@92NTRF3One Nation3yrs3Y
The cheapest form of energy is coal and oil. Continue to use these. All other forms of energy are more expensive to produce and the decommissioning is massive.
@92N6YNL3yrs3Y
yes as long as it is 100% safe
@92KWKY33yrs3Y
With safe reliable new technology, some new reactors can reuse nuclear waste and are cheaper to build and we have lots of uranium. We than can focus on renewables with a nuclear powered Australia
@92JYRJ83yrs3Y
Yes, with very strict control and safety measures
@92GQFKV3yrs3Y
Yes but to ensure safety of citizens we should do the nuclear tests or production in an unpopulated area of Australia
@92FTQ3J3yrs3Y
Yes, but we need to first sort out the disposal and storage of the by products.
@92F8D533yrs3Y
Yes, but only if new uranium is not mined
@92DKHTJLiberal Democrat3yrs3Y
Nuclear Energy is Objectively the Best Energy Source their is and Once we Store it in a much more Safer Container there's no going back.
@92CJB8Q3yrs3Y
I think nuclear energy is fine, but yes we should try to be more environmentally friendly.
@92C76FQ3yrs3Y
Yes along with more renewables
@92C67263yrs3Y
I do not feel I have an adequate understanding
@929V4L83yrs3Y
Yes, but only for the production of materials for radiography (Lucas Heights). The cost outweighs the benefits
@9297XV43yrs3Y
Yes, but we should prioritise cleaner alternatives such as wind and solar
@926YNBC3yrs3Y
I don’t have enough of an understanding to form an opinion.
@926965G3yrs3Y
Too expensive & slow to set up
@925ZX6J3yrs3Y
We should invest in both nuclear energy as well as other sustainable practices
Yes, but not immediately
@923BWK83yrs3Y
We can but not to much because we don’t want to fully put pollution into the earth
Only when waste can be safely and sustainably disposed
Yes, and make moves towards cleaner forms such as fusion.
Nominally yes, but the cost is prohibitive and it would take too long to help us in the transition to true renewables.
@8ZSQ3TQIndependent3yrs3Y
We should be funding more research into nuclear fusion technology
@8ZSHGJZ3yrs3Y
Only Gen IV waste eaters and fusion.
@8ZQRRNS3yrs3Y
Yes, as long as there is no public subsidy. We should also investigate the long term potential of cleaner alternatives such as wind, hydroelectric, thorium, and geothermal.
@8ZP95CBOne Nation3yrs3Y
More research should be done on this first
@8ZNQSBNIndependent3yrs3Y
Yes but only government controlled
@8ZLL7QZIndependent3yrs3Y
Yes, if it makes economical sense without subsidy, can be done safely (both in life and post life), and owned by the public.
I used to but the cost of nuclear setup does not make it viable when renewables are so widely available.
Yes, so long as it can be used safely and with minimal to no damage to the environment
Yes, but with proper training and strict rules.
Hard call heap energy But high risk for disasters As above in another i answered Should be free energy the sun free we get solar and still pay a bill like wtf
Don't really know much about it
As long as can get rid of the byproduct safely.
@8Z37HMNIndependent3yrs3Y
Yes, providing they are Thorium plants
@8YXPTY9Independent3yrs3Y
It is no longer financially viable
Yes, and use the small modular Rolls-Royce reactors like the UK
@8YVHZZCOne Nation3yrs3Y
Nuclear energy is dangerous and bad
Yes, with a priority of safety
No, other alternatives are cheaper and it requires too much investment and risk
Deleted3yrs3Y
We need more coal fired Power Stations because it's more stable and reliable
@8XZ5LFZ3yrs3Y
I need to know more about this?
Yes, but no subside to increase tech knowledge.
Yes if new designs prove to be safe and efficient. Having a nuclear industry may long term be more important than needing nuclear electricity specifically for our grid.
I belive we should start using Thorium as it makes more energy, makes less waste, and can be held in the hand without the issue of radiation because it is less fissionable then standard uranium.
@8XNQ5FQ3yrs3Y
Only if it doesn't harm people or citizens
Only once technology has been created to reduce waste and improve storage
@8XDTV6N3yrs3Y
I do not have all of the relevant information to have an opinion on this question.
@8X878BC3yrs3Y
Yes, as long as it's far away from civilian areas.
@8WZZXBS3yrs3Y
Yes, as long as it it completely safe and that it isn’t near any major towns so that if an accident happened not too many people will be harmed.
@8WTX64P3yrs3Y
Only in safe designated unpopulated areas
@8WQ4QTV3yrs3Y
Yes, as it is much cleaner than traditional coal-burning methods.
@8WNYMSL3yrs3Y
yes if its done properly and safely.
it is dangerous and is also can destroy us all.
If it is used to benefit mankind then sure, but if it is used for war then NO.
Loading the political themes of users that engaged with this discussion
Loading data...
Join in on more popular conversations.
