Nuclear Explained – Nuclear Energy for Net Zero

IAEA Talk Podcasts

Nuclear power is harnessed around the world today to produce low-carbon electricity. The convergence of the climate change and energy crises underlines the need for clean, safe and reliable energy sources. In this episode, guests talk about the role of nuclear power to achieve net zero goals and energy security. Guests: Bill Gates, Co-founder of Microsoft, Co-chair of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Founder of Breakthrough Energy, and Founder and Chairman of TerraPower Henri Paillere, Head of Planning and Economic Studies at IAEA We ask the experts – Is net zero achievable? Is nuclear power affordable? Why is nuclear considered a flexible source of energy? Watch the full video interview with Gates on the IAEA website.