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Saturday, April 14, 2012
* Ramifications for the AP1000 Containment Design
Ramifications for the AP1000 Containment Design
http://www.fairewinds.com/content/ramifications-ap1000-containment-design
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| Fairewinds AP1000 Supplemental Report 12-21-2010.pdf |
* Friends of the Earth Report: Steam Generator Failures at San Onofre
Friends of the Earth Report: Steam Generator Failures at San Onofre
http://www.fairewinds.com/content/foe-report-steam-generator-failures-san-onofre
San Onofre Cascading Steam Generator Failures Created By Edison Imprudent Design And Fabrication Decisions Caused Leaks
Fairewinds Associates, Inc Burlington, VT 05408
Phone 802-865-9955
contact@fairewinds.com
San Onofre Cascading Steam Generator Failures Created By Edison
Imprudent Design And Fabrication Decisions Caused Leaks
http://libcloud.s3.amazonaws.c
Phone 802-865-9955
contact@fairewinds.com
San Onofre Cascading Steam Generator Failures Created By Edison
Imprudent Design And Fabrication Decisions Caused Leaks
http://libcloud.s3.amazonaws.c
Congressmen ask NRC to hold local meetings on concrete issues
Congressmen ask NRC to hold local meetings on concrete issues
The Daily News of Newburyport
SEABROOK — The Nuclear Regulatory Commission plans to hold a meeting in Maryland next week to discuss concrete deterioration problems at Seabrook nuclear plant, but two local congressmen say they want a meeting to be held much closer to the plant.
The Daily News of Newburyport
SEABROOK — The Nuclear Regulatory Commission plans to hold a meeting in Maryland next week to discuss concrete deterioration problems at Seabrook nuclear plant, but two local congressmen say they want a meeting to be held much closer to the plant.
Reactor redesign faulted in San Onofre report
| Reactor redesign faulted in San Onofre report U-T San Diego The report on San Onofre by Fairewinds Associates, a Vermont-based consultant that has worked with groups critical of nuclear power, suggests that "imprudent design and fabrication decisions" may be to blame for accelerated wear on generator steam ... |
NuScale Power Press - Jose Reyes
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| NuScale Power Press - Jose Reyes NuScale has collaborated with SRNL and SRS for more than a year on the evaluation of the site for a small, modular reactor. Based on NuScale's input, SRS ... www.nuscale.com/nr-News-Press_ | In a step designed to accelerate the deployment of modular, scalable
nuclear technology and boost economic development, NuScale Power LLC,
and NuHub, an economic development initiative in Columbia, SC, will work
together to pursue a small modular reactor project (SMR) at the
Savannah River Site in South Carolina. The team’s proposal will integrate one or more utilities to assist NuScale in its Design Certification process with the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and development of the Reference Construction & Operating Licensing Application (R-COLA). As part of this agreement, NuScale will support efforts by NuHub to use this opportunity as a vehicle for economic development in the Columbia region and throughout South Carolina. NuHub, an initiative of EngenuitySC, will participate in NuScale’s application for an award under the Department of Energy’s (DOE) $452 million cost sharing program for Small Modular Reactor Licensing Technical Support. “NuHub recognizes the importance of SMRs in meeting the need for clean energy in the Southeast region of the United States and around the world,” said Charles T. (Ted) Speth II, NuHub SMR Chair. “Commercial deployment of this technology also offers a powerful engine for economic growth through expansion of manufacturing and the establishment of higher education and training programs in engineering and power plant operations,” he said. “NuHub is pleased to be a part of the development of NuScale’s advanced and innovative new design.” “Our ability to join forces with NuHub is a dramatic demonstration of the market interest in NuScale’s technology,” said Paul Lorenzini, chief executive officer and president of NuScale Power. “South Carolina already receives much of its electricity from nuclear power plants. The state and the Savannah River Site are ideally-suited for development of a NuScale SMR.” In March, NuScale, the Savannah River Site (SRS) and Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) signed a Memorandum of Agreement to collaborate on the potential deployment of a nuclear power plant using NuScale’s technology at the site. NuScale has collaborated with SRNL and SRS for more than a year on the evaluation of the site for a small, modular reactor. Based on NuScale’s input, SRS has identified several locations on the 310 square-mile site that likely are suitable for project development. DOE’s program is designed to accelerate the deployment of SMRs by providing cost sharing over five years for the licensing of up to two technologies. Applications for the awards are due May 21, 2012, and DOE expects to announce the awardees this summer. About NuScale Power, LLCNuScale Power LLC, is developing an inherently safe, modular, scalable commercial nuclear power technology. NuScale’s design offers the benefits of carbon-free nuclear power but takes away the issues presented by the cost of installing large capacity. A nuclear power plant using NuScale’s technology is comprised of individual nuclear power modules; each produces 45 megawatts of electricity with its own combined containment vessel and reactor system, and its own designated turbine-generator set. A power plant can include as many as 12 NuScale integral PWR modules to produce as much as 540 megawatts. NuScale power plants are scalable – additional modules are added as customer demand for electricity increases. These multi-module plants are highly reliable – one unit can be taken out of service for refueling or maintenance, or a new unit added, without affecting the operation of the others.For more information visit: www.nuscalepower.com. About NuHubNuHub, an initiative of EngenuitySC, is a collaborative group of public, private, higher education and workforce development stakeholders working to maximize economic and job creation opportunities for the nuclear industry in the Midstate region of South Carolina, and to establish the Midstate as a hub and global leader for nuclear energy innovation. Please visit www.NuHubSC.com for more information.About EngenuitySCHeadquartered in Columbia, EngenuitySC is public/private partnership formed to develop and grow the South Carolina Midlands’ knowledge-based economy by fostering an environment where entrepreneurship, innovation, and the creation of knowledge are fundamental elements of the region’s culture, identity, and economic development strategy. Through collaboration with business, government, and higher education, EngenuitySC leads initiatives that support research development, promote commercialization, and leverage the region’s assets. Please visit www.EngenuitySC.com for more information. |
Nnproliferation: The Cost of Staying Nuclear
The Cost of Staying Nuclear
Concern
over the spread of nuclear weapons to new states often overshadows the
issue of existing nuclear arsenals. Even when the latter does receive
attention, it is usually devoted entirely to Russian and U.S. nuclear
forces, which are estimated to account for 95 percent of the world’s
nuclear weapons.
A new report by the Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom’s
(WILPF), entitled Assuring Destruction Forever: Nuclear Weapon
Modernization around the World, is notable for bringing together
prominent nuclear experts to analyze the stockpiles and future
modernization plans of all nine nuclear weapon states – the United
States, Russia, the United Kingdom, France, China, Israel, India,
Pakistan, and North Korea. The multi-authored report also devotes three
chapters to larger thematic issues like international law and political
will.
At the outset, the report presents some ominous data. For example, as of
March 2012, there were approximately 19,500 nuclear weapons between the
nuclear powers. ...
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Fukushima Dai-Ichi No. 4: An earthquake before spent fuel rods are moved to safe storage would be “the end”
Fukushima Dai-Ichi No. 4: An earthquake before spent fuel rods are moved to safe storage would be “the end”
By lambert strether, who blogs at Corrente.
This clip from TV Asahi is a lucid explanation of the biggest ongoing news story in the world today: The catastrophic consequences if an earthquake strikes the Fukushima Dai-Ichi No. 4 power plant before its spent fuel rods are moved to safe storage place, a process that will not even begin until December 2013, and could take years. It aired March 8, 2012 on “Morning Bird,” a mainstream Japanese news and information TV program.
NOTE Click the CC button at bottom right to show English subtitles!
http://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2012/04/fukushima-dai-ichi-no-4-an-earthquake-before-spent-fuel-rods-are-moved-to-safe-storage-would-be-the-end.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+NakedCapitalism+%28naked+capitalism%29
This clip from TV Asahi is a lucid explanation of the biggest ongoing news story in the world today: The catastrophic consequences if an earthquake strikes the Fukushima Dai-Ichi No. 4 power plant before its spent fuel rods are moved to safe storage place, a process that will not even begin until December 2013, and could take years. It aired March 8, 2012 on “Morning Bird,” a mainstream Japanese news and information TV program.
NOTE Click the CC button at bottom right to show English subtitles!
http://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2012/04/fukushima-dai-ichi-no-4-an-earthquake-before-spent-fuel-rods-are-moved-to-safe-storage-would-be-the-end.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+NakedCapitalism+%28naked+capitalism%29
Maximum Storage Expected to be Reached
Maximum Storage Expected to be Reached http://www.bidurenergy.com/news-events/maximum-storage-expected-to-be-reached?goback=.gde_3004905_member_107694877
US tops global clean energy investment rankings
12 April 2012 - http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/
US tops global clean energy investment rankings
By Mark Kinver Environment reporter, BBC NewsFast Reactors and Related Fuel Cycles: Challenges and Opportunities (FR09)
Fast Reactors and Related Fuel Cycles: Challenges and Opportunities (FR09)
Proceedings of an International Conference Held in Kyoto, Japan, 7-11 December 2009
Proceedings Series - International Atomic Energy Agency
http://www-pub.iaea.org/MTCD/Publications/PDF/Pub1444_web.pdf ;
http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/8476/Fast-Reactors-and-Related-Fuel-Cycles-Challenges-and-Opportunities-FR09-Proceedings-of-an-International-Conference-Held-in-Kyoto-Japan-7-11-December-2009
Proceedings Series - International Atomic Energy Agency
http://www-pub.iaea.org/MTCD/Publications/PDF/Pub1444_web.pdf ;
http://www-pub.iaea.org/books/IAEABooks/8476/Fast-Reactors-and-Related-Fuel-Cycles-Challenges-and-Opportunities-FR09-Proceedings-of-an-International-Conference-Held-in-Kyoto-Japan-7-11-December-2009
International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) www-pub.iaea.org
Fast Reactors and Related
Fuel Cycles Challenges and Opportunities FR09 Proceedings of an
International Conference Held in Kyoto Japan 7 11 December...
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Fast Reactors and Related Fuel Cycles: Challenges and Opportunities (FR09) Proceedings of an International Conference Held in Kyoto, Japan, 7-11 December 2009
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Fast Reactors and Related Fuel Cycles: Challenges and Opportunities (FR09) Proceedings of an International Conference Held in Kyoto, Japan, 7-11 December 2009 Proceedings Series - International Atomic Energy Agency Subject Classification: 0800-Nuclear fuel cycle and waste management STI/PUB/1444 (ISBN:978-92-0-102410-7) 393 pp.; 98.00 Euro; Language: English Date Published: 2012 Responsible Officer/Officers: Mr Stefano Monti, NENP
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is the proceedings of an international conference on fast reactors and
related fuel cycles convened to exchange experience and innovative ideas
in order to achieve progress in this field. Fast reactor programmes are
currently on an accelerated growth path in many countries of the world,
and the last international fast reactor conference was held almost 20
years ago. The scope of discussion included key scientific and
technological areas such as fuels and materials development, safety,
advanced simulation, component and system design and coolant technology,
in which innovation is pursued to ensure that next generations fast
reactor fuel cycles will achieve their potential. The accompanying
CD-ROM contains the contributed papers and posters, summaries of 150
oral presentations and the young generation event.
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