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THE FUTURE OF EUROPE It seems quite essential to me that the EU, alongside each Member State, should focus on developing new, emission-friendly ways of generating electricity. The path that should be followed presents a focus on renewable-energy and the pro arguments are countless. By Tomina Vodarici It is well known that EU’s energy supply comes from very different sources, for example oil, coal, gas, renewables, but most importantly, uranium. Taking a closer look to various charts from the past few years, it can be easily noted that nuclear plants have played a very important role in generating energy for all Member States. Currently, there are 132 nuclear reactors in 14 countries that generate about 30% of the electricity produced in the European Union. However, we can affirm without a doubt that this kind of energy is dangerous and has caused numerous disasters, which may or may not have been avoided. In fact, nuclear power works with uranium, a metallic chemical element, weakly radioactive, but very unstable. Thus, if it is not properly handled, the safety of citizens is endangered. I believe it has already proved its power, judging by the damage it did worldwide. People should learn that even though a thing is productive and works with maximum efficiency, it is not necessarily benefic. Each action has consequences and each decision affects not only you, but also the people around you. If a national government decides to procure its energy from a nuclear plant, it may threaten the safety of citizens. Now, why would governments do such thing, considering that there are far better choices, choices that will not make people live with the fear that, at any moment, a nuclear accident may happen?
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