Resources & Stats
Clean Air
Emissions Avoided by the U.S. Nuclear Industry (1995-2008) (XLS) This table presents yearly data on emissions of sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and carbon dioxide avoided by the U.S. nuclear industry from 1995 to 2008.
Emissions Avoided by the U.S. Nuclear Industry (State-by-State, 2008) (XLS) This table shows state-by-state data on emissions of sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and carbon dioxide avoided by the U.S. nuclear industry in 2008.
U.S. Voluntary Carbon Dioxide Reductions (2005) (PPT) This pie chart shows U.S. voluntary carbon dioxide reductions in 2005, as reported to the Energy Information Administration.
Sources of Emission-Free Electricity InfoGraphic (2008) (JPG) A chart comparing how much of our electricity is produced by the most common sources of emission-free energy: nuclear, hydro, solar, wind and geothermal.
Viewpoints on Nuclear Energy
Key Issue: Protecting the Environment
Nuclear energy is America's largest source of clean-air, carbon-free electricity, producing no greenhouse gases or air pollutants. The industry's commitment to the environment extends to protecting wildlife and their habitats.