Green groups say nuclear energy 'risky, harmful' to Philippines

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Greenpeace said it is “interesting” the US is now undergoing a renewable energy transition but is encouraging the Philippines to “move backwards into adapting an old, issue-ridden technology” of nuclear energy.

At least two environmental groups opposed the possibility of using nuclear energy in the Philippines as the government is set to start discussions with the United States for a civil nuclear cooperation agreement.

He said it is “interesting” the US is now undergoing a renewable energy transition but is encouraging the Philippines to “move backwards into adapting an old, issue-ridden technology” of nuclear energy. On Tuesday, the Center for Environmental Concerns-Philippines also opposed the plan for a nuclear cooperation initiative.

Instead of nuclear power plants, Fronda suggested establishing wind, solar, hydro, and geothermal power plants which are more sustainable.

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