Nuclear Proliferation

Nuclear proliferation is the spreading of nuclear weapons, fissile materials, and information to organizations and associations. This spreading of nuclear power allows many countries to have access to atomic bombs when they didn’t before. This causes many risks to arise because of how hazardous atomic bombs are. If the wrong organization gets their hands on an atomic bomb, a whole city could be wiped out, killing millions. However, there is also a major risk to not only the recipient but also the person possessing the bomb. There’s a danger that something goes wrong and the bomb detonates while it’s in construction. Not to mention, nuclear power is radioactive and will cause health problems if essential safety precautions aren’t taken. Delegates will break down their stance on nuclear proliferation and defend their perspective with the data they collect, keeping in mind the positives and negatives.

The Sustainability of Nuclear Energy

Nuclear energy is extremely two-sided; it doesn’t produce any carbon dioxide but it causes other issues. Nuclear energy produces radioactive waste, disposing of it is highly challenging since it’s so hazardous. The safest way to dispose of nuclear waste is by deep geological disposal, by putting the waste into a geologic repository. Even after waste stays radioactive for thousands of years, if someone gets exposed to it, they can get acute radiation syndrome (ARS). Also, people who work at nuclear plants can develop cancer or cardiovascular diseases because of the radiation. Nuclear energy is still the biggest source of clean energy, it barely has any carbon emissions and avoids air pollutants. Nuclear energy is still widely used since it’s reliable in providing a lot of power. Even all health issues can be avoided if the necessary safety precautions are taken. Delegates will determine their stance on this situation and present a resolution.