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Roberts, J. W. – Physics Education, 2018
Nuclear energy produces low carbon, safe and reliable electricity so is it now time for the UK to invest in this proven technology or are the misplaced perceptions regarding its safety, cost and the quantities of radioactive waste produced causing us to overlook nuclear as a major component of our electricity mix? This paper discusses these issues…
Descriptors: Nuclear Energy, Power Technology, Science and Society, Public Opinion
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Campbell, Peter – Physics Education, 2003
Energy policies are under review everywhere, as the world tries to meet targets for reducing climate change despite continuing population growth. A major change in energy patterns is needed, with the critical period for transition predictably happening when young people currently at school are in their middle years of their lives. This article…
Descriptors: Population Growth, Climate, Nuclear Energy, Energy
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Solomon, Joan – Physics Education, 1989
Describes some research studies, contents of a videotape, students' discussion of nuclear power and other educational aspects of the topic. Ten references are listed. (YP)
Descriptors: Attitudes, Controversial Issues (Course Content), Foreign Countries, Nuclear Energy