Survey Finds Young Japanese Women Cautious About Both Thermal and Nuclear Power
A survey of young people in Japan found that women in particular were hesitant about the use of both thermal power, which contributes to climate change, and nuclear power, with its attendant safety risks.
A recent survey conducted by the Nippon Foundation reveals that young Japanese women are more cautious than their male counterparts when it comes to Japan's energy security. The survey, which polled 1,000 individuals aged 17 to 19, found that 55.6% of women prioritized increasing energy self-sufficiency, compared to 40.9% of men.
When asked about the use of thermal power generation, which provides a stable electricity supply, less than half of women surveyed supported its maintenance, while nearly 60% of men did. In contrast, 37.8% of women were cautious about nuclear power, while 70% of men supported the use of nuclear reactors and their replacement.
The survey also highlighted a gender gap in awareness of new energy technologies. Among both genders, hydrogen and ammonia power generation received the highest level of awareness. However, more than 40% of women surveyed admitted they were not familiar with any of the technologies discussed in the survey.
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