Studies on the potential deployment of nuclear power in Singapore are underway, as authorities look to better understand the technology.

The move follows national assessments that emerging nuclear technologies could be suitable for the island state even if conventional ones are not.

What kind of role could nuclear energy play in Singapore’s energy mix, what are the safety considerations to account for before any deployment?

On this episode of Morning Shot, Professor Claude Guet, Visiting Professor at NTU’s School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences shares his insights.

Presented by: Emaad Akhtar
Produced by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)
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