Nuclear Power: A Solution to Climate Change?

Nuclear electricity can be generated on a large scale, meeting baseload power needs without greenhouse gas emissions, crucial in addressing climate change. Currently, 15% of global electricity is nuclear, with major contributions from France, the US, and Japan. Despite initial claims of being too cheap to meter, nuclear power costs are similar to coal. The Chernobyl disaster in 1986, caused by a reactor explosion, led to widespread nuclear waste and evacuations, making nuclear power unpopular. However, modern reactor designs are significantly safer than those at Chernobyl.

How did the Chernobyl disaster affect public perception of nuclear power?

What improvements have been made in modern reactor designs compared to those at Chernobyl?