Today, 10 nuclear power plants are in operation in the Russian Federation . An important energy carrier, which is produced by nuclear power plants, is supplied daily to our homes, enterprises and production facilities, helping to make life easier and better. The significance of the work of nuclear engineers is undeniable, which is why the Day of the Worker of the Nuclear Industry was launched as a separate holiday.
The beginning of the nuclear industry
The development of this industry began in 1942 - it was then that the Soviet Defense Committee prepared and approved a decree on the organization of uranium work.
We cannot but take into account that the nuclear industry is the most important object of the application of forces in the modern world. This is not only a key area in the Russian economy, but, in fact, a guarantee of the energy security of our vast country. That is why the holiday, previously celebrated with all other power engineers on December 22, was set aside on its own date - September 28 (Day of the Worker of the Nuclear Industry). The order was signed on June 3, 2005 by President Vladimir Putin.
However, few people know that the development of the nuclear industry did not begin at all with peaceful motives - initially nuclear energy was introduced as one of the types of the most powerful weapons on Earth. It was then, in the race for its creation, three mighty powers vied - Germany, the United States and Russia.
Nuclear Worker Day
Why did this industry, as well as all its employees, get such close attention?
To do this, you only need to imagine what could happen in the 30-40s of the last century if Germany still managed to succeed in creating atomic weapons before the Second World War ended. But the United States showed obvious performance in nuclear research, because of which this time became a real race between Russian and American scientists, who, in spite of everything, tried to get new results.
It was not easy for our researchers, as the new developments, curtailed by numerous political differences, made it possible for the Americans to break far ahead. But despite this, Soviet scientists were able to catch up and overtake the Americans. Therefore, the Worker's Day of the nuclear industry is a date that is highlighted in history by a special line.
What else were the merits of atomic scientists?
The indisputable merit of the Soviet atomic scientists was that, despite all kinds of obstacles, they managed not only not to stand still, but also to move forward by leaps and bounds. The development was not affected by the emergency shortage of uranium, which was abundant in the United States (deposits in Central Africa brought the Americans as much uranium as was required for even the most seemingly worthless tests). It was thanks to the tireless work of our nuclear scientists that the Americans' assumptions about when the Russians could create the first atomic bomb did not materialize - Soviet developers created weapons exactly one year faster than they predicted.
To realize the importance of what our scientists managed to do, we must clearly imagine the picture that existed at that time: a country destroyed by the war, huge losses among scientists, lack of funding and much more. That is why the Day of the Nuclear Industry Worker in Russia is not just a date.
Atomists - People with a capital letter
So what does it mean for the Russians Nuclear industry day? Firstly, it is a tribute to those people who, overcoming life's difficulties, did not spare themselves in order to give maximum strength to others in the most difficult conditions. It is no secret how harmful the radiation acting on the human body for years, even in the smallest and most acceptable standards.
And what about the times when everything was just beginning, it was studied, and, of course, the level of protection against radiation from Soviet scientists was far from as reliable as it is today. And if you recall Chernobyl? The tragedy that completely changed the world of nuclear energy, subsequently restored literally "from the ashes." It is safe to say that nuclear scientists are Capitalized People who in many cases knowingly put their health at risk for the sake of others.
This day is a special date.
Today, the Russian Federation has firmly established its status as the largest nuclear power. Our scientists managed to make atomic weapons, after creating a new - peaceful - atom, thanks to which such vital energy is constantly flowing into the homes of Russians. Therefore, congratulations on the Day of the Nuclear Industry Worker are always filled with warmth and the most sincere words of gratitude.
The holiday recalls the history of the development of the mentioned industry, people who helped create something that seemed completely impossible at the beginning of the last century, merit, thanks to which today we live not in constant fear of a possible bombardment from the United States, but being their direct and very formidable competitor. Nuclear Worker's Day is a special date.
Let the atom be peaceful!
To date, much attention has been paid to the country of nuclear energy - young people are willing to go into this industry, not only maintaining the established high level of work, but also constantly introducing innovative projects. About how important and hard the work of atomic scientists is, in fact, only people close to this profession know.
For the rest, Nuclear Worker's Day is a celebration of those who were able to tame the most rebellious force - nuclear energy. What do atomic scientists wish on their professional day? Of course, first of all, health. Then, strength and patience. And, of course, goodness and love. But each worker in this industry, in turn, wants the atom to always remain peaceful, without bringing grief and pain of war or the Chernobyl disaster to the home.