Sustainability: Nuclear Energy has a PR problem? Also, mascots.

In this episode, we dive into a subfield of sustainability: energy sustainability.  Energy may not be as salient of a topic in public conversation, but it presents a significant sustainability challenge, even within the shores of Singapore. Earlier in May 2021, it was reported that the construction of new data centres in Singapore was “paused” by authorities, citing sustainability and resource efficiency concerns. As of 2014, Singapore's energy usage per capita was almost three times that of Hong Kong’s.  We take a look at some solutions and alternatives, such as nuclear energy. Nuclear energy as a technology and topic of discussion can be divisive, and marred by the shadow of high-profile incidents in the media. However, we think that through research and the exploration of potential new advances - such as microreactors - there is a way forward. Just don't design terrible mascots.  EMA statistics on Singapore's energy consumption: https://www.ema.gov.sg/singapore-energy-statistics/Ch03/index3  Article on the pausing of construction of new data centres in Singapore: https://www.channelnewsasia.com/business/new-data-centres-singapore-temporary-pause-climate-change-1355246  About Fukuppy: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fukuppy  Singapore Nuclear Research and Safety Initiatve (SNRSI): https://snrsi.nus.edu.sg/  This episode originally aired live on 19th July 2021.  Credits: Intro and Background Music: Anchor Outro Music: Jingle Jazz by Quantum Jazz