Despite renewed interest in nuclear power, energy analysts say New York is not going nuclear anytime soon.
Nuclear power is significantly more expensive and takes longer to build than renewable energy, and it remains a dangerous option, according to scientists who participated in Climate Week.
Nuclear power costs significantly more money, takes significantly more time to build than renewable energy and is still very dangerous.
However, innovations such as smaller reactors have sparked a "nuclear renaissance," with the promise of reliable emission-free energy to meet growing demand.
Author's summary: New York's nuclear ambitions face significant hurdles despite renewed interest.