wh4tth3huh t1_iym5z03 wrote
Investment. That's what's required. A unified will to stand against the fuel economies of the world. The reason we haven't made these leaps is because we don't invest squat in nuclear power research anymore.
dontpet t1_iym6qh2 wrote
Smart people that have done the math claim we won't be able to create cost competitive power with fusion. it would still have been a win for humanity regardless if we achieve it.
cursedjayrock t1_iynmle0 wrote
I don’t think anything will be able to be as cost efficient as “Hey I found this liquid that burns real fast”, but it would be better for so many reasons. Having reliable energy created, not relying on shipments from other countries, less transport fees, environmental advantages, etc. Using nuclear fusion as a power source would be more beneficial than just the cost to produce.
I understand corporations not wanting to invest, but we should have more govt projects working on advancements, as this will reduce foreign reliance.
Zyx-Wvu t1_iymv9ct wrote
I hate HATE liberal ludites. You know who I'm talking about - The people protesting for Green Energy but think a Nuclear Reactor is one accident away from recreating Fukushima, or believe that radioactive wastes will outlive their pathetic lifespan.
DevAway22314 t1_iynutrp wrote
> or believe that radioactive wastes will outlive their pathetic lifespan.
Okay, but that one is definitely true, unless they live a very long time
Cold_Turkey_Cutlet t1_iynxc63 wrote
>he people protesting for Green Energy but think a Nuclear Reactor is one accident away from recreating Fukushima
It literally is. The pendulum is swinging too far in the opposite direction. Now people are acting like nuclear energy is completely safe. Or saying stupid shit like the only reason accidents happen is because of poor planning or cutting corners. No shit. Both those things are a universal constant in human behaviour, so they have to be considered! Not to mention that climate change/increased natural disasters is the actual number 1 threat to nuclear power plants because they have to be built on rivers to get water for cooling.
Nuclear energy is not a panacea and comes with a litany of drawbacks just like all other energy sources.
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