https://world-nuclear.org/information-library/safety-and-security/safety-of-plants/fukushima-daiichi-accident?_gl=1*e5ra7g*_ga*NDU1OTE3Nzc0LjE2ODEzOTM2MzE.*_ga_1CCM6YP0WF*MTY4NzI3MzExNC4zNDYuMS4xNjg3MjczMjg1LjAuMC4w
This information paper describes in detail the causes of the nuclear accident at Fukushima Daiichi in March 2011 and the actions taken since.
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https://world-nuclear.org/information-library/country-profiles/others/uranium-in-africa
The continent of Africa has considerable mineral deposits, including uranium. Exploration and mine development is proceeding in countries which have not...
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https://world-nuclear.org/information-library/country-profiles/countries-o-s/russia-nuclear-fuel-cycle
A major increase in uranium mine production is planned. There is increasing international involvement in parts of Russia's fuel cycle. Exports are a major...
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https://world-nuclear.org/information-library/non-power-nuclear-applications/radioisotopes-research/research-reactors
Many of the world's nuclear reactors are used for research and training, materials testing, or the production of radioisotopes for medicine and industry. There...
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https://world-nuclear.org/news-and-media/press-statements/world-nuclear-association-calls-on-european-commis
There are no scientific arguments supporting an exclusion of nuclear energy from the Sustainable Finance Taxonomy, according to the leaked JRC report.
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https://world-nuclear.org/information-library/energy-and-the-environment/policy-responses-to-climate-change
Climate change is a worldwide problem and policy responses have accordingly had an international basis; the principal focus has been on reducing greenhouse gas...
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https://world-nuclear.org/information-library/nuclear-fuel-cycle/uranium-resources/geology-of-uranium-deposits
Uranium occurs in a number of different igneous, hydrothermal and sedimentary geological environments. The major primary ore mineral is uraninite or...
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https://world-nuclear.org/information-library/country-profiles/countries-o-s/russia-nuclear-power
Russia is moving steadily forward with plans for an expanded role of nuclear energy, including development of new reactor technology. Exports of nuclear goods...
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https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/global-nuclear-capacity-must-triple-meet-climate-goals-world-nuclear-association-4696431
The world’s nuclear energy capacity needs to at least triple to meet climate goals under the Paris Agreement as demand for electricity and clean energy...
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https://world-nuclear.org/information-library/nuclear-power-reactors/small-modular-reactors/small-modular-reactors
There is strong interest in small and simpler units for generating electricity from nuclear power, and for process heat. Small Modular Reactors (SMRs)...
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https://world-nuclear.org/information-library/country-profiles/countries-t-z/usa-nuclear-power
The USA's reactors provide about 18% of its electricity. These have a high level of performance.
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https://world-nuclear.org/information-library/safety-and-security/radiation-and-health/radiation-and-health-effects
Natural sources account for most of the radiation we all receive each year. Up to a quarter originates mainly from medical procedures.
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https://world-nuclear.org/information-library/non-power-nuclear-applications/radioisotopes-research/radioisotopes-in-consumer-products
The function of many common consumer products is dependent on the use of small amounts of radioactive material.
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