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New York Governor Kathy Hochul has proposed expanding the state's nuclear power capacity by an additional four gigawatts, aiming for a total of 8.4 gigawatts by 2025, supported by a $33 billion subsidy for aging reactors. However, this initiative faces opposition from critics who cite safety concerns and advocate for renewable energy alternatives like geothermal, wind, and solar as more sustainable options. The ongoing debate highlights the challenges of integrating nuclear energy into climate strategies amid a growing preference for renewables.