Fear of Three Mile Island Still Hinders U.S. Nuclear Growth, Slowing Clean Energy Progress

The 1979 Three Mile Island nuclear meltdown left lasting fear in the U.S., hindering nuclear power’s growth despite advancements in safer designs. As wind and solar remain costly and hard to finance, nuclear energy could be a vital alternative. Without overcoming this fear, the U.S. may face a slower transition to clean energy, making it a more painful process for the environment.