Nuclear and Low Carbon Energy for the Future

Learn more about low carbon energy, nuclear reactors, the history of civil nuclear power in the UK and what the future may hold (fusion) by joining the Nuclear Energy Futures PhD students. There will be a mixture of pre-recorded videos, demos and activities, downloadable activities and games for the whole family to enjoy and live 20 - minute talks and quizzes.

A range of topics will be covered, including:

-        How nuclear accidents can be prevented

-        How nuclear reactors work

-        What is nuclear fission and fusion?

-        Why nuclear is important for a low carbon future

-        What is Low Carbon Energy?

For pre-recorded and downloadable content, please visit the outreach page on nuclearenergyfutures.org

The Live Events will be held on YouTube at the following times: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqEXr8gJaGL_-BUW2vcgTgA

-        “Low Carbon Energy” Friday 10am, Saturday 10am

-        “How Does A Nuclear Reactor Produce Safe Energy” Friday 2pm, Saturday 2pm

-        “Is Fusion Viable for the Future?” Friday 6pm, Saturday 6pm

They will all be uploaded to nuclearenergyfutures.org after the event has taken place.

Event details available here.

Part of the Cambridge Festival 2021.