Nuclear Energy Explained | Ka-Yen Yau

Nuclear energy is a very complex and controversial topic but Ka-Yen Yau is going to provide an interesting and unique perspective for us! Ka-Yen Yau is a thermal hydraulics core engineer for Kairos power, an engineering company founded to accelerate the development of innovative nuclear technology. Throughout the episode, Ka-Yen is going to explain how nuclear fission creates power, the pros and cons to nuclear energy, and address common misconceptions and issues around nuclear energy. Currently 20% of the electricity in the United States comes from nuclear energy so it is important to have conversations around the topic to help us see different perspectives.   Look for more information about today’s episode on Instagram @hopefullysustainablepod. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com.