Nuclear Power Matters in the U.S.

Nuclear Power Industry

Date posted: 10/22/17

Nuclear plants are important economic engines for both our country and in the communities where they operate. They provide hundreds of thousands of Americans with high-paying, long-term employment; generate billions of dollars in economic activity; and provide consumers and businesses with secure, reliable, around-the-clock electricity at a low cost. Nuclear energy plays a critical role in keeping the United States safe. Energy independence is a core component of our country’s national security, and nuclear energy plays a significant role in an energy independent future. Nuclear energy plays an essential role in our country’s clean energy future. The energy nuclear plants produce contributes no carbon dioxide or air pollution and is the country’s single largest source of clean energy. The safe operation of America’s nuclear plants is the industry’s top priority. Multiple studies by leading third parties, such as The National Cancer Institute and The United Nations Scientific Committee of the Effects of Atomic Radiation, have shown that the United States’ nuclear plants have no negative impact on the health of neighboring communities.