[alwaysjoe]

It is my understanding that nuclear isn't particularly expensive as unlike other forms of energy, all costs (including long term storage of waist) are calculated in advance.

And this is a very good thing - we have an exact number that encapsulates the entire cost of this energy for good.

[epistasis]

The problem with nuclear is that we are extremely poor at calculating this number up front, typically by a factor of 2x-5x. Construction starts based on unrealistic expectations of huge profits, then as expenses explode, the hope of profit disappears. Projects will complete if the builders are susceptible to the sink cost fallacy, or if they do not need to compete with cheaper forms of energy.

And if low operating expenses is a good thing, then solar and wind and battery storage are far better than nuclear on that front.