Global Nuclear Power Hits Record High as Asia Surges Ahead

Nuclear power has always been a paradox. It can produce massive amounts of low-carbon electricity, yet it must constantly battle the headwinds of politics and public perception.  The latest Statistical Review of World Energy shows that while nuclear generation is growing globally—setting a new record high in 2024—the trend is anything but uniform. Some countries are charging ahead, while others are stepping back. Global Output: Modest Growth, Unevenly Shared In 2024, global nuclear generation reached 2,817 terawatt-hours, a modest…