Nuclear Explained – Why Do We Need Nuclear Power? @IAEAvideo
Nuclear Explained – Why Do We Need Nuclear Power?  @IAEAvideo
Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 14 minutes ago
Global momentum continues to build behind nuclear power. There are more than 400 nuclear reactors in operation today in 31 countries, and the number of countries that are considering, planning or well advanced in introducing nuclear power into their energy mix has grown to around 40. What’s behind this trend, and why do we need nuclear power?

Henri Paillere, Head of Planning and Economic Studies Section at the IAEA, explains the global shift towards nuclear power and the flexibility and stability that it offers. In this episode, Paillere also explains how nuclear power can integrate with renewable energy sources, applications beyond electricity production and the overall costs of this clean energy source.

Subscribe for more videos: goo.gl/VxsqCz

Follow IAEA on social media:
Facebook - facebook.com/iaeaorg
X - https://x.com/iaeaorg
Instagram - instagram.com/iaeaorg
LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/iaea

© IAEA Office of Public Information and Communication
iaea.org
Nuclear Explained – Why Do We Need Nuclear Power?How Henri Becquerel Accidentally Discovered Radioactivity on a Cloudy DayPanel 2 AI in the Nuclear Sector – Today Tomorrow and BeyondWorld Fusion Energy Group Kicks Off in RomeIAEA at COP29: First Week in ReviewWhy do we need nuclear energy if renewables are an option?Nuclear Safeguards: What role does the IAEA play?New IAEA visitor centre inaugurated in Lower AustriaIAEA Visitor CentreHow the IAEA advises countries on the protection of nuclear sitesHow do we keep radioactive material safe and secure during transport?IAEA Holds Rays of Hope Forum To Increase Access to Cancer Care
IAEAvideo |

Nuclear Explained – Why Do We Need Nuclear Power?

SHARE TO X SHARE TO REDDIT SHARE TO FACEBOOK WALLPAPER