Organization FAQs

How did Stand Up Start?

Stand up for Nuclear has evolved from our original one day event called Nuclear Pride Fest. Back in 2018 the Nuclear Pride Coalition was formed and decided that a day of action for nuclear was needed. It was in 2019 that we knew that one day in one location was not enough. Nuclear was and continues to be in trouble all around the world.

In less than 2 years, the movement went from one single event in one location to multiple events all over the world taking place throughout the year but concentrated in September.

Why are you doing this?

We believe that nuclear is the key to building a sustainable clean energy future. With nuclear, we can lessen our impact on the natural environment, keep our air clean, and reliably provide abundant clean energy for all. BUT nuclear is misunderstood and kept out of conversation.

Throughout the year we hold various actions like tabling events, Earth Days, and talks, but in September, we hold Stand Up Season. Every weekend, pro-nuclear activists around the world will stand up for nuclear to show support for this revolutionary technology and educate the public on its importance for prosperity — and posterity! 

What is Stand Up’s Message?

Our message is simple, “The world needs nuclear”

We believe nuclear is a remarkable technology because it is so energy-dense its small land footprint allows humans to lessen their impact on the world while also providing healthy, long, prosperous lives for humans. Nuclear provides clean abundant energy, protects our air, brings wealth to a nation, provides sustainable fulfilling jobs, as well as allows countries to become energy independent.

Our future is bright with nuclear.

What is Stand Up Season?

Throughout September, groups worldwide hold positive and informative community outreach events that dispel nuclear myths and grow enthusiasm and curiosity about the technology.

What does a Stand Up consist of?

A Stand Up Event will look different depending on the host of the event and the city it takes place in. However, it usually consists of spending several hours in a public area - a park, a university campus, city centers, or city squares.

The setup includes tables, tents, and possibly a stage. Advocates will bring their signs, posters, banners, and various nuclear merch (stickers, pins, bananas) to use as conversation starters.

The schedule will include time engaging with the public, advocates networking, and some speeches from the organizers or invited special guests.

what do these events hope to achieve?

Up until 2021, many members of the public, students, environmentalists, and politicians were unaware of nuclear and its benefits and held falsely placed fears based on misinformation. This contributed to a lack of public discourse and support for nuclear energy globally.

Addressing this need we launched our initiative to host events and actions worldwide to educate the public, gain media coverage, and engage and collect feedback from communities, all while restoring the balance to the narrative around nuclear energy.

What do I have to do to participate?

Contact us to learn how to host an event, be put in contact with a local group, or how to start your own group.

Who is the Nuclear Pride Coalition?

The Nuclear Pride Coalition is an alliance of independent, grassroots civil society organizations and individuals who advocate for maintaining existing nuclear plants and expanding the global nuclear fleet. 

The founding Nuclear Pride Coalition members are

  • Ecomodernist Society (Finland)

  • Ecomodernist Society (Netherlands)

  • Energy for Humanity (UK - Switzerland)

  • Environmental Progress (U.S.)

  • Partei der Humanisten (Germany)

  • Mothers for Nuclear (Switzerland)

  • Nuklearia (Germany)

  • Saving Our Planet (France-UK-Norway-Turkey)

  • Ecomodernist Society (“Ökomoderne”, Germany)

  • The Thorium MSR Foundation (Netherlands)

  • Students for Nuclear (U.S.)

  • Voices of Nuclear (France)

  • Environmentalists for Nuclear Energy (France)

  • Nuclear Mythbusters (Taiwan)

  • Green Nuclear Energy Student Alliance (South Korea)

  • Seattle Friends of Fission (U.S.)

  • 100 TWh (Belgium)

Are you funded by the industry?

No, Stand Up for Nuclear is independent, meaning no contributions from energy companies or energy interests. We rely on small donations and philanthropic contributions to put on these events. 

How is the nuclear industry involved in this event?

Stand Up for Nuclear is open to everyone! We highly encourage nuclear plant workers, engineers, and other industry employees to attend their local event to Stand Up with us. 

Do you need volunteers?

We need you to help grow our pro-nuclear movement — whoever you are, however much time you have. And a movement needs all kinds, from artists to designers to scientists to... well, you.

Do I need to get a permit to host a Stand Up?

Depending on where you decide to host your Stand Up, you may have to receive authorization from the city or local authorities. Be sure to contact your local government to determine what you need.

Do you have materials I can use for my Stand Up?

Yes! Sign up to host a Stand Up in your city and we will send you resources including press release templates, banners, logos, outreach materials, and anything else we have used at past events.