Nuclear Risk Perception and Communication (NRPC), NIAS
To address various determinants of nuclear risk perception
and factors influencing social acceptance of nuclear energy.
About
We believe in a world where the public understands the risks and benefits associated with nuclear power. Enable people in informed decision-making in a democratic environment. Our mission is to develop an objective and transparent framework of risk communication and empower the next generation. Addressing the fear of radiation and other concerns relating to nuclear energy is the approach being adopted. We believe that it is important to make an informative and objective analysis of issues of public concern is the way forward. Proactive interactions with people is essential for effective risk communication strategies. More…
Updates
- IAEA presents a report on Spent Fuel and Radioactive Waste ManagementNuclear waste management has always been the biggest concern of critics. The environmentalists aim spent fuel and radioactive waste as their primary motive to criticize the nuclear industry. With the growing need for power and substitute for coal, the demand for nuclear power plants is increasing globally. There is significantContinue reading “IAEA presents a report on Spent Fuel and Radioactive Waste Management”
- Debunking Some Common Nuclear MythsMyth: Nuclear power is not safe. Fact: Statistical evidence confirms that nuclear energy is one of the safest ways to produce electricity. As of October 2021, 441 nuclear reactors are operating in 30 countries around the world with only three major accidents (Statista). In India too, with 23 reactors operatingContinue reading “Debunking Some Common Nuclear Myths”
- Brazil Aims Nuclear ExpansionThe Brazilian Ministry of Mines and Energy announced an agreement with specialists for the implementation of new nuclear power plants in Brazil. Nuclear energy share in the Brazilian energy mix is important to reduce the impacts of the water crisis on electricity generation. Brazil has relied on hydro for 80%Continue reading “Brazil Aims Nuclear Expansion”
- Pilgrim Nuclear Power Plant ControversyThe decommissioning process of Pilgrim nuclear power plant, Massachusetts is underway and recently on the news because of its ongoing controversy. The reactor was shut down in 2019 and the decommissioning process was then started. The plan is to take fuel from the spent fuel repository to the dry castContinue reading “Pilgrim Nuclear Power Plant Controversy”
- Nuclear Power is Back in the ConversationThe power shortfall in Asia and Europe is a result of the ongoing transition towards green energy. To overcome the power gap, countries boosted their dependency on fossil fuels more than before rather than relying on pricey renewables like wind and solar. Globally, the discussions on nuclear energy have shownContinue reading “Nuclear Power is Back in the Conversation”
- Nuclear Technique Cuts Mosquito Population In CubaA pilot experiment of Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) was conducted between April and August 2020 in an isolated neighborhood of Havana. In this study, almost 1.3 million sterile male mosquitoes were released in the area reducing mosquito numbers by up to 90% last year. Early reports show that mosquito-borne diseasesContinue reading “Nuclear Technique Cuts Mosquito Population In Cuba”
Your Contribution
Ask Questions
It is always important to ask questions before making an opinion. Perhaps you want to know about the effects of radiation on human beings? or whether the safety of Nuclear Power Plants is adequate? Please let us know, write to us, we’ll provide you the answers and reach out.
Become a Volunteer
You can get involved by becoming a Volunteer. Just send us an e-mail indicating your domains of interest, how you would like to get involved, and your preferred social media platforms. It is important to network to create an impact and provide authentic and important information about nuclear energy, to enable people to make informed decisions.
Take Survey
Ascertaining what people think and perceive is an important step in arriving at effective communication strategies. Periodically, we would conduct surveys and polls to reach out to people. The focus would be related to Nuclear energy.
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