By: Elise Kieffer and Ines Linder
For decades Danes have been known for their anti-nuclear power sentiment – up until recently.
If you have visited Denmark in the last fifty years, you’ve probably seen the symbol of “Atomkraft – nej tak” plastered on a wall, pin or postcard. The emblem, which made its debut in Aarhus was designed in 1975 and sent a strong anti-nuclear message both in Denmark and internationally.
The new youth led “Atomkraft – ja tak” is twisting the original movement “Atomkraft – nej tak” against itself. Founded in 2020, the “Atomkraft – Ja tak” movement strives to “contribute to an open-minded and evidence-based debate about climate and energy policy” as stated on their website.
According to a recent poll conducted by Danish company “Megafone”, a majority of Danes are starting to shift towards pro-nuclear attitudes.
Mads Bunch Larsen, a volunteer coordinator for the movement, stated that climate change is the biggest motivator.
“Denmark is one of the places that had a deep seeded hatred towards nuclear but also has had one of the biggest changes in public opinion in favour of nuclear because of climate change and the energy crisis. Hopefully this is not a temporary change but one here to stay,” said Bunch Larsen.
By: Ines Linder and Elise Kieffer
