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In the US nuclear is about 20 percent of generation, and in Canada I believe it is about 15 percent. Different countries have their own energy solutions depending on circumstances. Canada has a lot of hydro possibility which is ideal given the right situation, as it causes no pollution and is renewable. France for instance decided to go largely nuclear, as their hydro was limited and largely already exploited, and they had no oil or natural gas, and limited coal, as a result they have about 75 percent nuclear. On the other hand Australia has plenty of coal and no neighbours to complain about acid rain, so they have not used nuclear at all. Also they must have decided not to create a nuclear industry for the sake of acquiring nuclear weapons, as Pakistan India and Israel have done. So different countries do have reasons for different policies.
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How does France produce it's energy?
France relies largely on nuclear power plants to provide its electricity. It does not have significant uranium resources, meaning it must purchase its uranium from other countries. France, nevertheless, decided to take the jump to nuclear and now produces 70% of its electricity from nuclear reactors, using its 59 nuclear reactors. It also sells power to adjacent countries.
Where does Canada Export t technology to?
The world, with some restrictions. Canada has sold technology to countries that have used it to our disadvantage, the best examples are nuclear power which has been used to make nuclear weapons.
Name of 2 nuclear power plants in India?
1.Kakrapar nuclear power pant, Gujarat2. Kalpakkam nuclear power plant, Tamil Nadu.
Why doesn't Britain have any nuclear power plants?
Britain does have nuclear power plants.
What is the difference between a nuclear power station and coal fired power station?
The difference is in the name; nuclear power plants produce electricity via a nuclear reaction producing head to turn a turbine, whereas coal fired power plants burn coal to produce the same efffect.
Do other countries utilize more or less nuclear power than the US?
Both. In 2007, France's power generation was 78% nuclear. At the same time, the US generation was only 19% nuclear. Japan's was 28% nuclear. Brazil's was only 3%. These numbers are from the Int'l Atomic Energy Assoc.
How many of the countries in the world do not have nuclear power reactors?
There are currently (year 2013) 31 countries having nuclear power reactors. The rest are not having nuclear power.
Do other countries ulitize nulear power more or less than US?
Several countries utilize nuclear power more than the US, including France, which relies heavily on nuclear energy for electricity generation. Countries such as China and Russia also have significant nuclear power programs. However, there are also countries that utilize nuclear power less than the US, such as Germany and Japan, which have reduced their reliance on nuclear energy in recent years.
Why India need nuclear power plan?
The same reason as the other countries that have nuclear power plans. Firstly to show off power. The other reason : Fear. Not even for energy generation, nuclear capability is justified due to the high risk that nuclear power plants represent.
Who uses nuclear power?
In the US, and in many other countries, anyone who uses electricity
What countries produce the most nuclear power?
The countries that produce the most nuclear power are the United States, France, and China. These countries have a high number of nuclear reactors and significant investments in nuclear power infrastructure.
What countries get the majority of their power from nuclear energy?
Countries that get the majority of their power from nuclear energy include France, which has one of the highest proportions of nuclear power in its energy mix, as well as countries like Slovakia, Hungary, and Ukraine. These countries rely significantly on nuclear energy to meet their electricity needs.
Who uses nuclear electric power?
32 countries in the world are using nuclear electric power.
Is Australia nuclear free?
There is a small reactor at Sydney used to produce radioisotopes. No power reactors.
Why countries use nuclear power?
Because it is there.
What are environmental considerations for a nuclear power plant in India?
Why should India be any different to other countries?
What countries have used a nuclear bomb?
The United States uses more nuclear power than any other country, around 20 percent of the power in the United States is created via nuclear power. Other countries that use nuclear power include France, Russia, and Japan. These countries all create more energy via nuclear power percentage wise, however none create nearly as many total Kilowatt hours as the United States.
