For years at global climate summits, nuclear energy was seen by many as part of the problem, not part of the solution. Sama Bilbao y Leon, who has participated in these talks since 1999, illustrates this shift in perception. At the climate conference in the United Arab Emirates, 22 countries pledged to triple nuclear power use by midcentury, marking a significant change in attitude towards nuclear energy as a viable measure against climate change. This year, six additional countries joined the pledge, showcasing a growing acceptance of nuclear as a clean energy source.
Dr. Bilbao y Leon noted that attitudes have greatly changed, stating, 'A lot more people are open to talking about nuclear power as a solution.' The contrast to earlier years is stark, where antinuclear sentiment was prevalent at summits. Now, countries like Canada, France, South Korea, and the United States are affirming their commitment, along with nations that lack existing nuclear capacity, such as Kenya, Mongolia, and Nigeria, demonstrating widespread recognition of nuclear energy's potential in combating climate change.
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