In a historic move, the Massachusetts Senate has passed a bill that will phase out all nuclear power plants in the state by 2035. The bill, which was approved by a vote of 30-8, aims to transition the state to cleaner and renewable energy sources in an effort to combat climate change.The legislation, known as the Nuclear Power Plant Decommissioning and Clean Energy Transition Act, sets a timeline for the closure of the state's three remaining nuclear power plants: Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station in Plymouth, Seabrook Nuclear Power Plant in New Hampshire (which supplies power to Massachusetts), and the proposed Nuclear Creations facility in Greenfield. The bill also includes provisions for the safe decommissioning and cleanup of these sites.Proponents of the bill argue that nuclear power is not a sustainable or safe long-term energy solution, pointing to the risks of accidents and the challenge of disposing of radioactive waste. They also note that the costs of building and maintaining nuclear power plants are increasingly uncompetitive with renewable energy sources like solar and wind.Opponents of the bill, however, express concerns about the economic impact of closing nuclear power plants, which currently employ thousands of workers and provide a significant portion of the state's electricity. They also worry about the reliability of the grid without nuclear power, especially during times of peak demand.In response to these concerns, the bill includes provisions for job retraining and workforce development programs for workers affected by the closure of nuclear power plants. It also establishes a Clean Energy Transition Fund to support the development of renewable energy projects and ensure a smooth transition to a clean energy future.Governor Charlie Baker has indicated that he plans to sign the bill into law, calling it a "critical step in our efforts to combat climate change and build a more sustainable future for Massachusetts." The state joins a growing number of jurisdictions around the world that are phasing out nuclear power in favor of cleaner and more sustainable energy sources.