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"While in conventional nuclear power stations, energy is generated by nuclear fission, ITER aims to generate energy from nuclear fusion. This is the crucial difference between ITER and the existing form of nuclear power. Nuclear fission gives rise to long-lasting, highly toxic, radioactive substances that represent a permanent danger to people and the environment. In contrast, the residual products of nuclear fusion are far less radioactive. Therefore, the route which ITER is taking at least represents a better solution than the existing nuclear fission methods and an improvement in the current situation, in particular, for countries like Austria which, for good reasons, are fundamentally opposed to nuclear technology.
As this is an international research project which involves compliance with the terms of Treaties under international law, I am essentially in favour of it being provided with adequate funding. It will become clear at a later date whether ITER will pave the way for the development of a new energy source. However, we urgently need greater transparency and better cost estimates. Exceeding the original budget by more than 300% is not acceptable. For that reason, I have abstained from voting."@en1
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