Bill Gates on the Role of Nuclear Energy in Reaching Net Zero Emissions

In an exclusive interview with the IAEA, Bill Gates discusses the role of nuclear power in addressing climate change and achieving net zero emissions. As an investor, philanthropist and founder of TerraPower, Gates believes that advanced nuclear technologies will be essential to decarbonizing the energy sector and meeting global climate goals.

Gates highlights the benefits of nuclear energy, including its ability to provide reliable, baseload power with zero carbon emissions. He also discusses some of the challenges facing nuclear power, from public perception to high upfront costs. However, Gates argues that with innovation and the right policies, nuclear energy can make a significant contribution to a sustainable energy future.

The interview was conducted ahead of the IAEA International Ministerial Conference on Nuclear Power in the 21st Century, to be held in Washington, D.C. in October 2022.