About Nuclear Energy

Did you know?

- In the world there are 443 operating nuclear power plants in 31 countries and another 64 new reactors are under construction in 15 countries, according to the International Atomic Energy Agency. During 2010 the production of nuclear electricity has been of 2579.2 TWh, representing about 17% of the total electricity consumed in the world.

- Did you know that one of every five homes in Spain is illuminated thanks to the 8 nuclear reactors in operation, which generate 17% of the electricity that is consumed?

- Did you know that a car usually emits between 150 g and 200 g of CO2 per km driven and that nuclear power does not even emit greenhouse gases, thus helping to protect the atmosphere and prevent climate change?

- Did you know that, once the fuel assemblies are removed from the plant, they can be recycled and reused, which helps to save energy and preserve the environment?

- Did you know that one uranium pellet is equivalent to the energy provided by 810 kilos of coal, 565 liters of oil, or 480 cubic meters of natural gas?

- Did you know that one uranium pellet is equivalent to the energy provided by 810 kilos of coal, 565 liters of oil, or 480 cubic meters of natural gas?