Center for Security Studies

No. 57: The New Appeal of Nuclear Energy and the Dangers of Proliferation

No. 57: The New Appeal of Nuclear Energy and the Dangers of Proliferation

Author(s): Oliver Thränert
Editor(s): Daniel Trachsler
Series: CSS Analyses in Security Policy
Issue: 57
Publisher(s): Center for Security Studies, ETH Zurich
Publication Year: 2009

The peaceful use of nuclear energy is becoming more attractive. Access to such technology is guaranteed under the terms of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) as long as the related projects are not misused for military purposes. In the past, however, states have repeatedly succeeded in initiating nuclear weapons projects under the guise of civilian nuclear energy programs. Furthermore, the spread of atomic energy increases the risk of nuclear terrorism. International efforts should aim at a clear distinction between peaceful and military use of nuclear power.

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