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Southeast Asia looks to nuclear power to supercharge energy transition

Southeast Asia is increasingly considering nuclear power as a key component in its energy transition strategy to meet rising electricity demands and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Countries like Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam are exploring nuclear energy to achieve their net-zero emissions targets. The region's interest in nuclear power is driven by the need for a stable, low-carbon energy source that can complement the intermittent nature of renewable energies like solar and wind. However, challenges such as public acceptance, regulatory frameworks, and the high costs associated with nuclear technology persist. Initiatives like the ASEAN Nuclear Energy Forum are being used to discuss and promote nuclear energy, with countries like Indonesia planning to have nuclear power operational by 2050, and the Philippines considering nuclear to replace retiring coal plants. Despite these efforts, the path to nuclear adoption in Southeast Asia is fraught with technical, financial, and political hurdles.

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