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Historically, nuclear energy has faced significant public distrust following major incidents such as the Three Mile Island accident and the Chernobyl disaster. However, recent shifts in perception have been influenced by heightened awareness of air pollution from fossil fuel plants and a recognition of nuclear energy's ability to deliver substantial, stable power with far fewer fatalities. This renewed interest has led policymakers to reconsider previously imposed bans on new nuclear facilities and reactivate closed plants.