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Former Miss America Grace Stanke Champions Nuclear Energy in Australia Amid Fierce Debate

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Former Miss America Grace Stanke Champions Nuclear Energy in Australia Amid Fierce Debate

Grace Stanke, a 22-year-old nuclear engineer and former Miss America, has taken center stage in Australia’s heated energy debate. On a 10-day national tour, Stanke is advocating for nuclear power in a country where it has been banned for nearly three decades. Representing US energy giant Constellation, she aims to shift public perception, presenting nuclear energy as a viable solution alongside renewables.

Her tour comes at a critical time, with Australia gearing up for a national election that could see the opposition Liberal Party, led by Peter Dutton, push for the construction of seven nuclear power plants. This proposal challenges the current Labor government’s focus on renewable energy and gas. Stanke’s events, organized by Nuclear for Australia (NFA), founded by 18-year-old Will Shackel, have drawn both supportive and hostile crowds, reflecting the deep divisions within the public.

While many Australians listened attentively, others expressed strong opposition. During her talk in Brisbane, protesters disrupted the event, leading to heated exchanges and security interventions. Despite the backlash, Stanke remained composed, acknowledging the protesters’ right to voice their opinions.

Critics argue that nuclear power is costly, unsafe, and slow to implement, especially when compared to renewable energy sources. The Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) maintains that renewables remain the most cost-effective and efficient path to net-zero emissions by 2050.

Adding to the complexity, rural communities are voicing concerns about renewable projects encroaching on farmland and natural landscapes. This discontent has provided fertile ground for pro-nuclear advocates like Shackel, who argue that nuclear plants require less land and offer long-term job opportunities.

Despite the challenges, Stanke’s tour has reignited national conversations about Australia’s energy future. Whether her efforts will sway public opinion or influence political outcomes remains to be seen, but her presence has undeniably brought nuclear energy back into the spotlight at a pivotal moment.

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