Nuclear Power: Alternative Energy Source for Uganda

Authors

  • Afam Uzorka Kampala International University, Kampala, Uganda

Keywords:

Africa, Energy, Nuclear power, Uganda.

Abstract

Uganda will be able to use its uranium deposits to generate electricity using nuclear power. With the ever increasing demand, it is envisaged that nuclear power will play an increasing role in the future energy supply. This study identify the advantages and disadvantages of nuclear energy and recommended that Nuclear energy will be a future option for generating low carbon electricity for not only Uganda but the entire African region.

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Published

2016-11-18

How to Cite

Uzorka, A. (2016). Nuclear Power: Alternative Energy Source for Uganda. American Scientific Research Journal for Engineering, Technology, and Sciences, 26(3), 24–30. Retrieved from https://asrjetsjournal.org/index.php/American_Scientific_Journal/article/view/2087

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