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Nuclear power? No, thank you! Or perhaps: Yes, please? The EU is currently divided on this issue. While some EU member states are pushing for a phase-out, others are relying on nuclear energy as an indispensable component for independence from fossil fuels. New technologies, such as so-called small reactors (SMRs) and modern repositories for nuclear waste, are making nuclear energy safer than ever before. However, nuclear energy will probably never be risk-free. So, what are the arguments for and against? Editors: Paul Fleischanderl, Anna-Lena Seeber Presenter: Kathrin Pollak Editing: Laura Russo ------------ ZIB on YouTube delivers reports, fact checks, features, and interviews from the country's largest newsroom. Subscribe to ZIB on YouTube for in-depth research, background information, and insights. Important: Please adhere to the community guidelines. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:06 Political Winds in the EU 04:36 SMRs 06:17 How Nuclear Power Works 06:45 Arguments in Favor 09:15 The Green Lie? 10:30 Arguments Against 13:24 The Worst Nuclear Accidents in History 14:24 The Invisible Danger 14:58 Conclusion #zib #zeitimbild #news