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Nuclear Power Contributes So Much to the Suppression of CO2 Emissions

 
     

Data on the quantity of CO2 emissions intensity produced in power generation clearly indicate that emission levels are very low in France and Canada. Canada's low emissions are attributed to its extensive use of hydroelectric power, while 76% of electricity in France is generated by nuclear power.

CO2 Emissions Intensity (Power Generating Side) by Country in 1999

Source: Energy Balances of OECD Countries 1998-1999
Japan: The Federation of Electric Power Companies / Japan

Release: November 2001