Over 30 world leaders made a historic pledge this week to \"fully unlock\" nuclear energy's potential at the first-ever Nuclear Energy Summit in Brussels. Their declaration? Go big or go home.
The agreement promises support for countries—especially those new to nuclear—to diversify their energy mixes, build advanced reactors (think: sleek small modular designs ), and prioritize safety. Spoiler alert: It’s all about tackling climate change while keeping the lights on.
\"Without nuclear, we’re toast,\" warned International Energy Agency chief Fatih Birol. He stressed that while renewables like solar and wind are MVP players , nuclear is critical for nations lacking sun or wind resources. Right now, nuclear provides less than 10% of global electricity. Time to level up!
French President Emmanuel Macron flexed France’s nuclear success story: \"Thanks to nuclear, we’re an electricity exporter. Let’s quit coal and gas—stat!\" But IAEA head Rafael Grossi dropped a reality check: Funding bias against nuclear projects needs to end. \"COP28 opened doors, but banks still hesitate,\" he said.
The summit’s backdrop? The iconic Atomium—a symbol of atomic optimism since 1958. Will this new push spark a global energy revolution? Stay tuned.
), and prioritize safety. Spoiler alert: It’s all about tackling climate change while keeping the lights on.
, nuclear is critical for nations lacking sun or wind resources. Right now, nuclear provides less than 10% of global electricity. Time to level up! 
But IAEA head Rafael Grossi dropped a reality check: Funding bias against nuclear projects needs to end. 
\"COP28 opened doors, but banks still hesitate,\" he said.
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