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Energy generation that works most of the time is more expensive than energy generation that only works some of the time, big surprise. Mason problem is that we need energy all the time and currently can't store it on a grid level.
More like fission requires massive shielding, tight control of procedures, waste storage sites that don't exist, and in-depth inspections in order to remain safe.
Yeah, I don't disagree but it's a proven technology that can provide a baseline load for the grid. Something we can't yet do reliably with renewables