nuclear phase-out
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nuclear phase-out
The political decision and process of gradually ending the use of nuclear energy for generating electricity.
Der Atomausstieg in Deutschland wurde nach der Katastrophe von Fukushima beschlossen.
The nuclear phase-out in Germany was decided after the Fukushima disaster.
The word consists of 'Atom' (as a short form for nuclear energy) and 'Ausstieg' (exit/phase-out). 'Der Ausstieg' is derived from the verb 'aussteigen' (to get out, to withdraw) and describes ending or leaving something, here the use of a technology.
Der Kohleausstieg ist ein weiteres wichtiges politisches Thema.
The coal phase-out is another important political issue.
Since it is a political process, 'Atomausstieg' (nuclear phase-out) is often combined with verbs such as 'beschließen' (to decide), 'fordern' (to demand), 'umsetzen' (to implement), or 'vollziehen' (to carry out/complete).
Viele Umweltorganisationen fordern einen schnelleren Atomausstieg.
Many environmental organizations are calling for a faster nuclear phase-out.
This word has great political and social significance in Germany. The debate about it has shaped German energy and environmental policy for decades.
Die Diskussion über den Atomausstieg spaltet die Meinungen.
The discussion about the nuclear phase-out divides opinions.
