Australian Opposition Proposes First Nuclear Power Plants in Energy Plan

The plan includes building reactors on aging coal sites, sparking debate over economic and environmental impacts.

• Opposition leader Peter Dutton announced plans to build nuclear reactors starting in 2035.
• Reactors would be located at sites of decommissioned coal plants across five states.
• The current government criticizes the plan as costly and slow compared to renewables.
• Queensland could become a key nuclear hub under the new proposal.
• Environmental groups warn of high costs, delays, and safety concerns.

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