Global momentum continues to build behind nuclear power. There are more than 400 nuclear reactors in operation today in 31 countries, and the number of countries that are considering, planning or well advanced in introducing nuclear power into their energy mix has grown to around 40. What’s behind this trend, and why do we need nuclear power?

Henri Paillere, Head of Planning and Economic Studies Section at the IAEA, explains the global shift towards nuclear power and the flexibility and stability that it offers. In this episode, Paillere also explains how nuclear power can integrate with renewable energy sources, applications beyond electricity production and the overall costs of this clean energy source.