We need nuclear power

Despite nuclear power's tremendous benefits, existing nuclear energy plants in the United States and in New York remain at risk as a result of market forces that don't recognize nuclear power for its carbon-free contributions.

[...] in New England, after many years of declining greenhouse gas emissions, the closure of Vermont Yankee power plant led to a spike in emissions, an increase of additional 3.1 million metric tons of carbon emissions in New England in 2015.

[...] greenhouse gas emissions rose in California in 2012 after the 2011 closure of the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station.

Based on this George Washington University study and other findings, nuclear power and renewable energy like wind and solar must be part of a comprehensive clean energy plan that cuts carbon pollution, addresses climate change and protects public health while delivering the power we need to run our homes, our businesses and our economy.

Carol M. Browner, former Environmental Protection Agency administrator, is a member of the Leadership Council of Nuclear Matters, a campaign to raise awareness about the need to preserve existing nuclear energy plants.