Raising the Profile of Nuclear Energy by Nuclear Matters

It's been an exciting month for Nuclear Matters! We're extending our reach to new audiences and increasing awareness about the critical role nuclear energy plants play in allowing us to reach our carbon-reduction goals, maintain a reliable electric grid and sustain our local economies.

In Case You Missed It - America's Energy Landscape: A Policy Discussion on Nuclear Energy

On Friday, October 24, Nuclear Matters partnered with The Hill to host a policy discussion about the state of our energy landscape and how nuclear energy plants play a vital role in our electricity portfolio. Dr. Peter Lyons, Assistant Secretary for Nuclear Energy for U.S. Department of Energy, delivered a keynote address followed by a panel discussion featuring our diverse coalition of former policymakers, environmentalists, labor leaders and business advocates:
  * Spencer Abraham, Former Secretary of Energy
  * Carol Browner, Former EPA Administrator
  * Sean McGarvey, President of the North American Building Trades Unions
  * Gene Barr, President and CEO of the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry

Watch the Highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1IpCzMwsgGs
View the Full Event: http://www.ustream.tv/recorded/54418774

Did You Participate in Our Google Hangout with Sec. Abraham and Sen. Bayh?

On Thursday, October 30, Sen. Evan Bayh and Sec. Spencer Abraham participated in a live, online Google Hangout moderated by NAYGN President, Felix Meissner. They answered questions via Twitter submitted from supporters around the country.

Watch the Hangout: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-DHHXAwU44

We'll be hosting more live chats in the future, so follow us on Twitter and Facebook to participate in the conversation.

Question of the Month

What forces are threatening nuclear energy plants today?
  A. Low Natural Gas Prices
  B. Stagnant Power Demand
  C. Aging Transmission Lines
  D. Failure to Recognize the Value of Nuclear
  E. All of the Above

Get the Answer: http://www.nuclearmatters.com/challenge?v=november

Nuclear Matters In The News

We are thrilled that we are elevating the profile of nuclear energy and it's importance to our country. More than ever, the media is taking notice of the potential consequences of early plant retirements. Be sure to check out our mentions in:
  * Forbes: http://www.nuclearmatters.com/news/news-articles/the-nuclear-gap-in-obamas-clean-power-plan
  * The Wall Street Journal: http://www.nuclearmatters.com/news/news-articles/gregg-letter-wall-street-journal
  * Bloomberg BNA: http://www.nuclearmatters.com/news/news-articles/nuclear-industry-touts-environment-benefits-as-it-seeks-to-stem-reactor-retirements
  * Real Clear Politics: http://www.nuclearmatters.com/news/news-articles/nuclear-energy-the-once-and-future-power-source

We will continue to shape the conversation around nuclear energy to prevent us from sleepwalking into our energy future.

To read more of our coverage: http://www.nuclearmatters.com/news/news-articles