When you hear the words “clean energy,” what comes to mind?

Most people immediately think of solar or wind turbines, but Nuclear is often left out of the “clean energy” conversation despite it being the 2nd largest source of low-carbon electricity in the world behind hydropower! 1. Nuclear energy protects air quality

Nuclear is a zero-emission clean energy source. It keeps the air clean by removing thousands of tons of harmful air pollutants each year that contribute to acid rain, smog, lung cancer and cardiovascular disease.