Nuclear Information Library
Welcome to Sense About Science’s nuclear energy information library. This library is for journalists, parliamentarians, and everyone who wants clear evidence-based information about nuclear energy. The information provided here is a result of bringing together a consultative group of the scientific and engineering bodies.
- Nuclear fusion: how feasible is it as an energy source? (pdf)
- Radioactive waste: what do the scientists think? (pdf)
- Nuclear fission: what is a fission reactor? (pdf)
- Who’s who in nuclear science and engineering?
- Finnish case study: how and why did Finland decide to build a new nuclear power station? (pdf)
There is also a short briefing document about the wider energy discussion:
For a list of organisations with a scientific interest in nuclear power, and for links to their electronic publications, please click here.
This library will be updated as new information becomes available. If your organisation has a science-related question about nuclear power, or wishes to speak to a scientist, please e-mail .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
Compiled with help from
... and The Energy Institute, EPSRC, HSE Nuclear Safety Directorate, Royal Academy of Engineering, The Geological Society, Nuclear Industry Association, and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers.
Last updated: January 16 2009