Nuclear electricity: a fallen dream?
Nuclear power is no magic solution, argues Pervez Hoodbhoy — it's not safe, or cheap, and it leads to weapons programmes.

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Nuclear power is no magic solution, argues Pervez Hoodbhoy — it's not safe, or cheap, and it leads to weapons programmes.
For Africa to effectively adapt to climate change, the rules of the game must change in Copenhagen, says Araya Asfaw.
'Energy grasses' are viewed as an alternative to fossil fuels, but their potential failings need further consideration, warns Jiang Gaoming.
Source: China Dialogue
With appropriate planning, China's new coal power plants could be made to produce fewer carbon emissions, says Jon Gibbins.
Source: Nature