Nuclear energy can play a role in carbon free production of electrical energy, thus making it interesting for tomorrow's energy mix. However, several issues have to be addressed. In fission technology, the design of socalled fourth generation reactors show great promise, in particular in addressing materials efficiency and safety issues. If successfully developed, such reactors may have an important and sustainable part in future energy production. Working fusion reactors may be even more materials efficient and environmental friendly, but also need more development and research. The roadmap for development of fourth generation fission and fusion reactors, therefore, asks for attention and research in these fields must be strengthened.
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AMBIO: A Journal of the Human Environment
Vol. 39 • No. sp1
July 2010
Vol. 39 • No. sp1
July 2010
Fission energy
Fusion energy
Generation IV reactors
Nuclear energy
Subcritical thorium reactors