Nuclear power is a safe source of energy - Group Discussion

For

- It is a great alternative to petroleum and coal.

- Coal mining has killed loads of people and by the introduction of nuclear plants, (which is an alternative for coal) this would cut down the death rate.

- Nuclear energy does not emit greenhouse gases and nuclear fission is a clean and viable source for energy.

- It is relatively cheap to use and it produces less environmental and public health impact than other fossil fuels.

- It a renewable source of energy which can be used in place of non-renewable sources.

Against

- Nuclear power can always be an abuse for foreign powers.

- If terrorist groups take over the nuclear energy it can be used against the other country which could result in a catastrophe.

- Nuclear power if gone in wrong hands could lead to doomsday for mankind.

- Setting up reactors and building them up would cost a fortune for a under developed country.

- It is based on radioactive materials and it produces radioactive wastes which in any terms is harmful for people for any country or state.

- With nuclear power plants, a Chernobyl-type accident is never too far. The outcome would be similar as well.