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Tuesday, June 5, 2012

US and European energy supplies vulnerable to climate change

US and European energy supplies vulnerable to climate change

Higher water temperatures and reduced river flows in Europe and the United States in recent years have resulted in reduced production, or temporary shutdown, of several thermoelectric power plants, resulting in increased electricity prices and raising concerns about future energy security in a changing climate. A new study projects further disruption to supply, with a likely decrease in thermoelectric power generating capacity of b

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