With electricity consumption constantly rising, more countries around the world are viewing nuclear energy as a viable option for reducing the number of fossil fuel-burning electrical plants, which emit large amounts of the greenhouse gas, carbon dioxide, as well as other pollutants. Nuclear energy is seen as a valuable, clean and efficient alternative to pollution-producing sources of energy relied on heavily today. Nuclear energy also powers satellites and ships, and provides electrical needs for deep space exploration. 
Sample Career Choices in Nuclear Energy
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