Nuclear Energy
Nuclear energy is a clean, reliable, and greenhouse gas emissions-free energy source that does not have the intermittency of other renewables like wind, hydro, and solar power. The American Association of Blacks in Energy follows 10 guiding principles to support and expand the use of nuclear energy.
Values
AABE recognizes the significance of climate change.
- We value holistic and varied solutions that seek to address climate change through the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.
- We value the participation of historically underserved communities in discussions on climate change policy.
Supports
AABE helps to inspire the development of programs that support nuclear energy.
- We support the construction of new nuclear power plants.
- We support federal incentives and state-rate regulatory mechanisms to offset new nuclear power plant construction costs and contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.
- We support a new generation of nuclear power facilities capable of providing clean, safe, reliable energy at affordable prices.
- We support sharing emergency response plans with all potentially affected communities, especially underserved minority populations which have difficulties during times of crisis, evacuation, or long-term relocation.
- We support a new generation of nuclear power plants, industry training, and deployment that can spur economic growth and job creation for underserved communities, including
Promotes
AABE works to further the progress of nuclear energy initiatives.
- We promote federal support for research into advanced nuclear reactors, fuel cycle technologies, infrastructure support, safeguards, and security.
- We promote partnerships with public and private entities to increase awareness and understanding among underserved communities about the need for nuclear industry modernization, the costs of new nuclear plant construction, and the expected benefits to their communities.
advocates
AABE takes action to create equitable nuclear energy solutions. We advocate for the opinions and interests of historically underserved communities to be considered in policy decisions affecting the handling and disposal of radioactive or nuclear wastes, especially when the location of a permanent repository or avenues of transportation for radioactive materials could adversely impact the community.