PHOTOPOLL

As the United States is fighting for independence from fossil fuel, the debate on the safety of nuclear energy continued. In Virginia, the proposed
addition of a third reactor at the North Anna Power Station is fueling the debate locally. The CT asked students about their views.

How do you feel about nuclear energy as an alternative to fossil fuels?

Malcolm McCarry
history and international
social justice major

“The problem seems to be with nuclear waste and also the extraction of uranium, which is pretty detrimental to the environment.”

Nicholas Jackson
English major

“Exploring alternatives to more traditional forms of power is good, but I couldn’t say nuclear power is good or bad specifically.”

Cameron Robinson
art foundation major

“I think it should be explored . more money should be spent on it. I think nuclear power could be most effectively used for outer space travel.”

Agazit Asihel
mass communications major

“I think that whatever is safest and most efficient is what the government should go with.”