Commentary by Emma Fackenthall in the NB Media Co-op
As many countries scramble toward a net-zero future, some are betting on nuclear energy to reach their goal. However, a quiet but profound gender divide is growing around nuclear energy.
While nuclear power is often hailed as a critical tool in the climate fight, a growing body of research suggests that fewer women than men support nuclear power. This divide can be explained by safety concerns, ecofeminist ethics of care, and the nuclear industry’s macho culture.
The striking gender divide is another reason to question the viability of nuclear energy to attain climate justice and energy democracy.
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