Support for nuclear energy remains strong, according to our fall public opinion survey. Sixty-five percent of the U.S. public expressed support for nuclear energy, consistent with recent years where two-thirds of the public has reported favorability to nuclear energy.

The poll was conducted Sept. 21 - Oct. 1, 2016 as part of our 33-year public opinion tracking program. 

The survey also found:

• Eighty-four percent think nuclear should be important in the future
• Eighty-two percent agree we should take advantage of all low-carbon energy sources, including nuclear, hydro and renewable energy
• Ninety-five percent agree it's important to maintain diverse electricity sources.