PORTLAND PRESS HERALD • January 14, 2025
Nuclear energy and, in particular, nuclear fusion are essential for a sustainable future while maintaining our current lifestyle. It offers a virtually limitless source of clean energy, unlike fossil fuels, which emit greenhouse gases and drive climate change. Fusion produces energy by fusing light nuclei, such as hydrogen isotopes, and generates minimal radioactive waste. Moreover, the fuel for fusion comes primarily from seawater and lithium, providing abundant resources to meet humanity’s energy needs for millions of years. The safety advantages of nuclear fusion are significant, as the risk of catastrophic failures or meltdowns is virtually nonexistent. Think about it. ~ Joseph Roberts, Portland