It is Time to Address Nuclear Energy Injustices

The concepts of “energy justice” and “sustainable development” are pivotal in global policy discussions. Despite the shift towards renewable energy, these sources cannot yet meet global demands affordably. Nuclear technology, with decades of scientific progress, offers a reliable alternative. Innovations like small modular reactors (SMRs) and nuclear fusion have improved safety and environmental impact. However, limited discussions and consensus on nuclear energy as a clean energy source raise questions about its role in sustainable development. Negative public perception, rooted in historical injustices, hinders its acceptance. To address this, deliberate actions are needed to rectify past injustices associated with nuclear power. Sustainable nuclear energy development requires a balanced approach, considering both benefits and drawbacks while adhering to distributional, procedural, and recognition justice principles.