Assignment:

If ever the Bataan Nuclear Power Plant will operate again, what do you think
will happen to the community that surrounds them and what are the disadvantages and
advantages to the community itself
Unlike fossil fuel-fired power plants, nuclear reactors do not produce air pollution or
carbon dioxide while operating. However, the processes for mining and refining uranium ore
and making reactor fuel all require large amounts of energy. A major environmental concern
related to nuclear power is the creation of radioactive wastes such as uranium mill tailings,
spent reactor fuel, and other radioactive wastes. These materials can remain radioactive and
dangerous to human health for thousands of years. Radioactive wastes are subject to special
regulations that govern their handling, transportation, storage, and disposal to protect human
health and the environment.
Opening the BNPP will help the country achieve lower electricity prices. Nuclear
plants can lower the costs of electricity to up to P2 per kWh, in comparison with the rates of
coal-fired power plants which can go for as much as P6 kWh.
Nuclear power plants do not emit carbon dioxide, sulfur dioxide or nitrogen dioxide
as part of their power generation process, however they do create other environmental issues.
These include the pollution of water from its use in the nuclear energy process and the
generation of radioactive waste.

The aspects to be considered in achieving a strong nation with regards to DOST

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is the country's leading science
and technology-related government agency. The DOST undertakes activities that promote
scientific and technological advancement, facilitate development and application of science
and technology for socio-economic growth, ensure application of science and technology to
national development efforts and international cooperation in this area. According to a
senator who was instrumental in the creation of the DOST, the agency needs to fulfill its
function as a "national laboratory" promoting research to solve problems in most aspects of
the country's life, conduct original research on matters of public importance and assist with
the development of emerging technologies impacting on future growth areas.