Nuclear-powered merchant ships: low emissions but major regulatory hurdles ahead

Merchant vessels powered by nuclear reactors offer low carbon emissions but create significant hazards that require clear international regulations, according to a commentary published in Nature. Proponents argue atomic propulsion could help decarbonise global shipping, but unresolved questions around nuclear safety, accident liability and port access remain. Researchers are calling for urgent development of a regulatory framework before such ships become a reality.

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