Nuclear power is the use of nuclear reactions that release energy to generate heat, which most frequently is then used in steam turbines to produce electricity in a nuclear power station. China's National Development and Reform Commission has indicated the intention to raise the percentage of China's electricity produced by nuclear power from the current 2% to 6% by 2020 (compared to 20% in the United States and 74% in France). Proponents argue that nuclear energy is now safe and emits much less carbon emissions than coal plants. Opponents argue that recent nuclear disasters in Japan prove that nuclear power is far from safe.
Response rates from 773 China voters.
84% Yes |
16% No |
81% Yes |
15% No |
2% Yes, temporarily while we increase investment into cleaner renewable alternatives |
1% No, we should invest in cleaner alternatives such as wind, hydroelectric, thorium, and geothermal |
1% Yes, and nationalise the industry |
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0% Yes, as long as there is no public subsidy |
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0% Yes, but with public subsidy |
Trend of support over time for each answer from 773 China voters.
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Trend of how important this issue is for 773 China voters.
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Unique answers from China voters whose views went beyond the provided options.
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