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.
energy transition
'die Energiewende' (energy transition) and 'der Atomausstieg' (nuclear phase-out) both belong to the topic of energy policy. They are easily confused because both have to do with changes in the electricity supply. However, 'die Energiewende' is the broader term: it is about the shift to renewable energies such as solar, wind, and hydropower. 'der Atomausstieg' is one part of this and only refers to the gradual end of using nuclear energy. When talking about the whole energy system, 'Energiewende' fits. When it is only about shutting down nuclear power plants, 'Atomausstieg' is more precise.
Im Unterricht sprechen wir heute über den Atomausstieg und seine Folgen für die Stromversorgung.
Today in class, we are talking about the nuclear phase-out and its consequences for the electricity supply.
Viele Städte bauen neue Windräder, damit die Energiewende schneller vorankommt.
Many cities are building new wind turbines so that the energy transition can move forward faster.