Can the pope move the needle on climate change?
http://grist.org/climate-energy/can-the-pope-move-the-needle-on-climate-change/?utm_source=syndication&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=feed
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Can the pope move the needle on climate change?
http://grist.org/climate-energy/can-the-pope-move-the-needle-on-climate-change/?utm_source=syndication&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=feed
The pope’s encyclical now has an epic movie trailer
The pope’s encyclical now has an epic movie trailer
http://grist.org/climate-energy/the-popes-encyclical-now-has-an-epic-movie-trailer/?utm_source=syndication&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=feed
Hillary Clinton Blasts GOP’s ‘I’m Not A Scientist’ Rhetoric In Campaign Kickoff Speech
Hillary Clinton Blasts GOP’s ‘I’m Not A Scientist’ Rhetoric In Campaign Kickoff Speech
http://thinkprogress.org/climate/2015/06/13/3669384/hillary-clinton-kickoff-speech-climate/
Oil layoffs reach 150,000, recruiting firm says
Oil layoffs reach 150,000, recruiting firm says
http://fuelfix.com/blog/2015/06/12/oil-layoffs-reach-150000-recruiting-firm-says/#33583101=0&33549103=0
1.3 million-pound Unit 3 Steam Generator arrives from South Korea
1.3 million-pound Unit 3 Steam Generator arrives from South Korea
Latest delivery for Vogtle nuclear expansion illustrates global supply chain
The 1.3 million-pound, or 650-ton, steam generator is 82-feet long and is the second delivered to the site this year for Unit 3. Steam generators are heat exchangers used to convert water into steam using the heat produced in a nuclear reactor core. There are two steam generators per unit in the AP1000 design.
http://www.marketwatch.com/story/13-million-pound-unit-3-steam-generator-arrives-from-south-korea-2015-06-12
Iran's President Hassan Rouhani Aims to Limit Nuclear Inspections, Warns of Talks Delay
Iran's President Hassan Rouhani Aims to Limit Nuclear Inspections, Warns of Talks Delay
http://www.ndtv.com/world-news/irans-president-hassan-rouhani-aims-to-limit-nuclear-inspections-warns-of-talks-delay-771420
Nuclear talks face many differences: says Rouhani
Nuclear talks face many differences: says RouhaniTEHRAN: There are still “many differences over details” of a nuclear
deal Iran and world powers are trying to conclude by June 30, Iranian
President Hassan Rouhani said Saturday.
Iranian negotiators and those
of the P5+1 group (Britain, China, France, Germany, Russia and the
United States) are meeting in Vienna to clinch a deal that would
guarantee the strictly peaceful nature of Tehran’s nuclear program in
exchange for a lifting of punishing international sanctions.
“The
general framework that the Islamic Republic of Iran wants is accepted by
the P5+1 group but there are still many differences in the details that
must be addressed,” Rouhani told a press conference on the occasion of
the second anniversary of his election.
http://www.arabnews.com/world/news/761611
China confirms test of supersonic nuclear delivery vehicle; US slams move
China confirms test of supersonic nuclear delivery vehicle; US slams move
http://www.dnaindia.com/world/report-china-confirms-test-of-supersonic-nuclear-delivery-vehicle-us-slams-move-2095336
'Iran has every intention to build an ICBM and a nuclear weapons program,' former chief declares
'Iran has every intention to build an ICBM and a nuclear weapons program,' former chief declares
https://www.catholic.org/news/international/middle_east/story.php?id=61217
Russia leads race to build SA nuclear plants
Russia leads race to build SA nuclear plants
Johannesburg - Nuclear co-operation agreements between South Africa and five countries confirm Russia’s status as the front runner for the construction of 9 600MW of new generating capacity, with China seemingly close behind, but this remains subject to this country’s law and must be ratified by Parliament.http://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/russia-leads-race-to-build-sa-nuclear-plants-1.1871220#.VXyiM6aKI-8
Nuclear energy innovation workshop report focuses on concepts with greatest promise
Nuclear energy innovation workshop report focuses on concepts with greatest promise
http://neutronbytes.com/2015/06/13/nuclear-energy-innovation-workshop-report-focuses-on-concepts-with-greatest-promise/
Nuclear Innovation Workshops 2015
https://nuclearinnovationworkshop.inl.gov/SiteAssets/SitePages/About/Nuclear%20Energy%20Innovation%20Workshop%20Executive%20Summary.pdf
What's ahead for Japan's Fukushima nuclear plant
What's ahead for Japan's Fukushima nuclear plant
http://www.newsobserver.com/news/business/article23827798.html40-year Fukushima clean-up plan okayed
http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-in-school/40year-fukushima-cleanup-plan-okayed/article7310591.eceJapan unveils revised roadmap Fukushima nuclear plant cleanup
http://www.power-technology.com/news/newsjapan-unveils-revised-roadmap-fukushima-nuclear-plant-cleanup-4599901Delhi to have 'Hall of nuclear power' after 75 years of the atom
'Hall of nuclear power' to be set up in Delhi
'Hall of nuclear power' to be set up in Delhi
'Hall of nuclear power' to be set up in Delhi http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/energy/power/hall-of-nuclear-power-to-be-set-up-in-delhi/articleshow/47657386.cms
Delhi to have 'Hall of nuclear power' after 75 years of the atom
http://www.hindustantimes.com/newdelhi/delhi-to-have-hall-of-nuclear-power-after-75-years-of-the-atom/article1-1358292.aspxFuture fission Is next-generation nuclear fission the answer to future energy needs? Barry Brook
Future fission
Is next-generation nuclear fission the answer to future energy needs?- See more at: http://www.policyforum.net/future-fission/#sthash.kg6b7d45.dpuf
Future fission
- See more at: http://www.policyforum.net/future-fission/#sthash.kg6b7d45.dpuf http://www.policyforum.net/future-fission/
SubOversight Examines Oversight Failures at DOE Sites June 12, 2015 Murphy: “These problems have gone on for too long”
SubOversight Examines Oversight Failures at DOE Sites
June 12, 2015
#SubOversight Examines Oversight Failures at DOE Sites
June 12, 2015
WASHINGTON, DC
– The House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and
Investigations, chaired by Rep. Tim Murphy (R-PA), today held a hearing
on “Oversight Failures Behind the Radiological Incident at DOE’s Waste
Isolation Pilot Plant.” The hearing is part of the committee’s
longstanding efforts to improve safety at some of the nation’s most
critical nuclear sites.
In February 2014, a costly radiological incident and fire occurred at the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) in Carlsbad, New Mexico. An Accident Investigation Board appointed by DOE to investigate the source of a radiological leak determined that direct and systemic failures at the Los Alamos National Laboratory – the source of the drum that eventually ruptured at WIPP – caused inappropriate mixing of organic kitty litter in radiological waste containers, which created a radioactive waste form.
The investigation board identified a series of oversight failures that enabled extensive process and operations errors at the WIPP site and at Los Alamos. Additionally, a recent report by the government’s nonpartisan watchdog found that DOE’s National Nuclear Safety Administration, which is responsible for Los Alamos, has been unable to implement a system that would provide adequate federal oversight of private contractors through the use of the Contractor Assurance Systems.
“WIPP has been shut down and the department has embarked on remediation, training, and rebuilding that will cost taxpayers an estimated $240 million just to restart limited operations next year. All told, it may ultimately cost more than $500 million before full operations are estimated to commence in 2018,” said Chairman Murphy.
For nearly two decades the subcommittee has been examining various management challenges facing the DOE complex involving contractor oversight. A recent report conducted by GAO and released by the committee provided a roadmap for what NNSA and DOE must to do improve. Allison B. Bawden, Acting Director of Natural Resources and the Environment at the Government Accountability Office confirmed that more work needs to be done, saying, “DOE’s management and oversight reform efforts have sought to address the conditions underlying safety and security failures, but recent events at WIPP show that more work is needed.”
Madelyn R. Creedon, Principal Deputy Administrator at the National Nuclear Security Administration, admitted that the radiological release that occurred at WIPP was, “Determined to have been avoidable, will be costly to fix, and has left us without a transuranic (TRU) waste repository for an indeterminate period of time.”
Testimony from Mark Whitney, the Acting Assistant Secretary for Environmental Management at the U.S. Department of Energy, paralleled Deputy Administrator Creedon’s assessment: “Based upon evidence obtained during this accident investigation, the AIB concluded the release from the drum was preventable.”
Chairman Murphy stressed the importance of continued subcommittee vigilance and work to ensure an effective oversight system can be developed. “We recognize that these problems have gone on for too long, we want to continue to work with you and we’d like to have further hearings on this in the future.”
In February 2014, a costly radiological incident and fire occurred at the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) in Carlsbad, New Mexico. An Accident Investigation Board appointed by DOE to investigate the source of a radiological leak determined that direct and systemic failures at the Los Alamos National Laboratory – the source of the drum that eventually ruptured at WIPP – caused inappropriate mixing of organic kitty litter in radiological waste containers, which created a radioactive waste form.
The investigation board identified a series of oversight failures that enabled extensive process and operations errors at the WIPP site and at Los Alamos. Additionally, a recent report by the government’s nonpartisan watchdog found that DOE’s National Nuclear Safety Administration, which is responsible for Los Alamos, has been unable to implement a system that would provide adequate federal oversight of private contractors through the use of the Contractor Assurance Systems.
“WIPP has been shut down and the department has embarked on remediation, training, and rebuilding that will cost taxpayers an estimated $240 million just to restart limited operations next year. All told, it may ultimately cost more than $500 million before full operations are estimated to commence in 2018,” said Chairman Murphy.
For nearly two decades the subcommittee has been examining various management challenges facing the DOE complex involving contractor oversight. A recent report conducted by GAO and released by the committee provided a roadmap for what NNSA and DOE must to do improve. Allison B. Bawden, Acting Director of Natural Resources and the Environment at the Government Accountability Office confirmed that more work needs to be done, saying, “DOE’s management and oversight reform efforts have sought to address the conditions underlying safety and security failures, but recent events at WIPP show that more work is needed.”
Madelyn R. Creedon, Principal Deputy Administrator at the National Nuclear Security Administration, admitted that the radiological release that occurred at WIPP was, “Determined to have been avoidable, will be costly to fix, and has left us without a transuranic (TRU) waste repository for an indeterminate period of time.”
Testimony from Mark Whitney, the Acting Assistant Secretary for Environmental Management at the U.S. Department of Energy, paralleled Deputy Administrator Creedon’s assessment: “Based upon evidence obtained during this accident investigation, the AIB concluded the release from the drum was preventable.”
Chairman Murphy stressed the importance of continued subcommittee vigilance and work to ensure an effective oversight system can be developed. “We recognize that these problems have gone on for too long, we want to continue to work with you and we’d like to have further hearings on this in the future.”
#SubOversight Examines Oversight Failures at DOE Sites
June 12, 2015
WASHINGTON, DC
– The House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and
Investigations, chaired by Rep. Tim Murphy (R-PA), today held a hearing
on “Oversight Failures Behind the Radiological Incident at DOE’s Waste
Isolation Pilot Plant.” The hearing is part of the committee’s
longstanding efforts to improve safety at some of the nation’s most
critical nuclear sites.
In February 2014, a costly radiological incident and fire occurred at the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) in Carlsbad, New Mexico. An Accident Investigation Board appointed by DOE to investigate the source of a radiological leak determined that direct and systemic failures at the Los Alamos National Laboratory – the source of the drum that eventually ruptured at WIPP – caused inappropriate mixing of organic kitty litter in radiological waste containers, which created a radioactive waste form.
The investigation board identified a series of oversight failures that enabled extensive process and operations errors at the WIPP site and at Los Alamos. Additionally, a recent report by the government’s nonpartisan watchdog found that DOE’s National Nuclear Safety Administration, which is responsible for Los Alamos, has been unable to implement a system that would provide adequate federal oversight of private contractors through the use of the Contractor Assurance Systems.
“WIPP has been shut down and the department has embarked on remediation, training, and rebuilding that will cost taxpayers an estimated $240 million just to restart limited operations next year. All told, it may ultimately cost more than $500 million before full operations are estimated to commence in 2018,” said Chairman Murphy.
For nearly two decades the subcommittee has been examining various management challenges facing the DOE complex involving contractor oversight. A recent report conducted by GAO and released by the committee provided a roadmap for what NNSA and DOE must to do improve. Allison B. Bawden, Acting Director of Natural Resources and the Environment at the Government Accountability Office confirmed that more work needs to be done, saying, “DOE’s management and oversight reform efforts have sought to address the conditions underlying safety and security failures, but recent events at WIPP show that more work is needed.”
Madelyn R. Creedon, Principal Deputy Administrator at the National Nuclear Security Administration, admitted that the radiological release that occurred at WIPP was, “Determined to have been avoidable, will be costly to fix, and has left us without a transuranic (TRU) waste repository for an indeterminate period of time.”
Testimony from Mark Whitney, the Acting Assistant Secretary for Environmental Management at the U.S. Department of Energy, paralleled Deputy Administrator Creedon’s assessment: “Based upon evidence obtained during this accident investigation, the AIB concluded the release from the drum was preventable.”
Chairman Murphy stressed the importance of continued subcommittee vigilance and work to ensure an effective oversight system can be developed. “We recognize that these problems have gone on for too long, we want to continue to work with you and we’d like to have further hearings on this in the future.”
In February 2014, a costly radiological incident and fire occurred at the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) in Carlsbad, New Mexico. An Accident Investigation Board appointed by DOE to investigate the source of a radiological leak determined that direct and systemic failures at the Los Alamos National Laboratory – the source of the drum that eventually ruptured at WIPP – caused inappropriate mixing of organic kitty litter in radiological waste containers, which created a radioactive waste form.
The investigation board identified a series of oversight failures that enabled extensive process and operations errors at the WIPP site and at Los Alamos. Additionally, a recent report by the government’s nonpartisan watchdog found that DOE’s National Nuclear Safety Administration, which is responsible for Los Alamos, has been unable to implement a system that would provide adequate federal oversight of private contractors through the use of the Contractor Assurance Systems.
“WIPP has been shut down and the department has embarked on remediation, training, and rebuilding that will cost taxpayers an estimated $240 million just to restart limited operations next year. All told, it may ultimately cost more than $500 million before full operations are estimated to commence in 2018,” said Chairman Murphy.
For nearly two decades the subcommittee has been examining various management challenges facing the DOE complex involving contractor oversight. A recent report conducted by GAO and released by the committee provided a roadmap for what NNSA and DOE must to do improve. Allison B. Bawden, Acting Director of Natural Resources and the Environment at the Government Accountability Office confirmed that more work needs to be done, saying, “DOE’s management and oversight reform efforts have sought to address the conditions underlying safety and security failures, but recent events at WIPP show that more work is needed.”
Madelyn R. Creedon, Principal Deputy Administrator at the National Nuclear Security Administration, admitted that the radiological release that occurred at WIPP was, “Determined to have been avoidable, will be costly to fix, and has left us without a transuranic (TRU) waste repository for an indeterminate period of time.”
Testimony from Mark Whitney, the Acting Assistant Secretary for Environmental Management at the U.S. Department of Energy, paralleled Deputy Administrator Creedon’s assessment: “Based upon evidence obtained during this accident investigation, the AIB concluded the release from the drum was preventable.”
Chairman Murphy stressed the importance of continued subcommittee vigilance and work to ensure an effective oversight system can be developed. “We recognize that these problems have gone on for too long, we want to continue to work with you and we’d like to have further hearings on this in the future.”
http://energycommerce.house.gov/press-release/suboversight-examines-oversight-failures-doe-sites
House panel explores research into nuclear fission and fusion technologies
House panel explores research into nuclear fission and fusion technologies
http://scitation.aip.org/content/aip/magazine/physicstoday/news/10.1063/PT.5.1046
Nuclear war on the Hill
Nuclear war on the Hill
Fusion research splits the House and Senate. Why? Because, er… science.
http://www.politico.com/agenda/story/2015/06/nuclear-war-on-the-hill-000083
Fukushima Nuclear Disaster: Japan to Allow Thousands to Return Home
Fukushima Nuclear Disaster: Japan to Allow Thousands to Return Home
http://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/fukushima-nuclear-disaster-japan-lifts-evacuation-orders-n374271
Energy News Roundup: EPA Takes First Step On Airlines Regulation, Energy Consumption Slowing & Abbott Dismisses Renewables
| Energy News Roundup: EPA Takes First Step On Airlines Regulation, Energy Consumption Slowing & Abbott Dismisses Renewables |
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By Conor O'Sullivan, Friday, June 12, 2015 6:00 AM
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The
EPA have begun the process of regulating greenhouse gas emissions from
the largest domestic commercial airlines. “But some fear
the ultimate approach may prove too weak. The agency released a proposed
“endangerment finding,” meaning that it is suggesting that aircraft
engines may “contribute to the air pollution that causes climate change
and endangers public health and welfare.” That’s what the… Keep reading →http://breakingenergy.com/2015/06/12/energy-news-roundup-epa-take-first-step-on-airlines-regulation-energy-consumption-decreasing-abbott-dismisses-renewables/?utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=18315036&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8e4oo1zYkFfxL5oN03l1xHLjcoTVR5jbK_NmxMp-gKqZlVZuOf7j1QmfUjfZK7IsHHXijBeVFU4tHns6P4Azf25Yezag&_hsmi=18315036
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Is Germany Outsourcing Its Future Energy Security?
| Is Germany Outsourcing Its Future Energy Security? |
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By Roman Kilisek, Friday, June 12, 2015 12:05 PM
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German
Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWI) Sigmar Gabriel
recently touted another step towards enhancing EU energy security via
regional cooperation. The Minister and 11 of his colleagues from
neighboring European countries signed a political declaration meant to
ensure the reliable and secure supply of electricity among those
countries. Dubbed “12 electrical neighbors”… Keep reading →http://breakingenergy.com/2015/06/12/is-germany-outsourcing-its-future-energy-security/?utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=18315036&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_4t3CJ-IWLjJoat1KnkOFbl4taRMl6ptl7I5GNfRRErdIqtl9GGmzrbD7jmLQb29jsFgQ-1ynftbdLTxdxAO6R38aVaQ&_hsmi=18315036
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Braving The Headwinds Hitting U.S. Wind Energy
| Braving The Headwinds Hitting U.S. Wind Energy |
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By Joan Bondareff, Stefanos Roulakis | Blank Rome LLP, Friday, June 12, 2015 4:00 PM
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The development of offshore wind projects in the U.S. has been a story of high hopes and many setbacks. http://breakingenergy.com/2015/06/12/braving-the-headwinds-hitting-u-s-wind-energy/?utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=18315036&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_9bUTdzMKS6ZfxEsGPprg0pRtp9M2hhMXV4ISBxG8tpXjmhZknYunYpdy_yOGAX3bq8UIFqfC4iSiAeiY_TByFFe091w&_hsmi=18315036
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Former General Motors Executive Bashes Tesla’s Storage Plan: ‘Boy, I Don’t See it’
Former General Motors Executive Bashes Tesla’s Storage Plan: ‘Boy, I Don’t See it’
http://www.greentechmedia.com/articles/read/gms-bob-lutz-thinks-telslas-stationary-storage-business-is-a-really-stupid?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_term=Utility%20Dive%20Weekender&utm_campaign=Newsletter%20Weekly%20Roundup%3A%20Utility%20Dive%2006-12-2015
5 reasons Obama’s transformative power plan won’t transform anything
5 reasons Obama’s transformative power plan won’t transform anything
http://www.politico.com/agenda/story/2015/05/obama-transformative-energy-power-plan-000016?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_term=Utility%20Dive%20Weekender&utm_campaign=Newsletter%20Weekly%20Roundup%3A%20Utility%20Dive%2006-12-2015
UBS: Solar will soon be 'default technology of the future'
UBS: Solar will soon be 'default technology of the future'
http://www.utilitydive.com/news/ubs-solar-will-soon-be-default-technology-of-the-future/400443/
GENERIC DESIGN ASSESSMENT Progress report for the period Janary 2015 to March 2015
GENERIC DESIGN ASSESSMENT
Progress report for the period Janary 2015 to March 2015
www.onr.org.uk/new-reactors/.../gda-quarterly-report-jan-mar-15.pdf
Common cause failure analysis of PWR containment spray system by GO-FLOW methodology
Common cause failure analysis of PWR containment spray system by GO-FLOW methodology
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0029549313002513
Greenpeace releases confidential IAEA Fukushima-Daiichi accident report
Greenpeace releases confidential IAEA Fukushima-Daiichi accident report
http://www.greenpeace.org/international/en/news/Blogs/nuclear-reaction/IAEA-Fukushima-Daiichi-accident-report/blog/53055/
Greenpeace claims it received a copy of the report and made it public:
http://www.greenpeace.org/japan/Global/japan/pdf/iaea_report%20_Part1.pdf ;
http://www.greenpeace.org/japan/Global/japan/pdf/iaea_report%20_Part2.pdf ;
http://www.greenpeace.org/japan/Global/japan/pdf/iaea_report%20_Part3.pdf;
http://www.greenpeace.org/japan/Global/japan/pdf/iaea_report%20_Part4.pdf;
http://www.greenpeace.org/japan/Global/japan/pdf/iaea_report%20_Part5.pdf;
Operating Experience from Events Reported to the IAEA Incident Reporting System for Research Reactors - IAEA TECDOC 1762
Operating Experience from Events Reported to the IAEA Incident Reporting System for Research Reactors - IAEA TECDOC 1762
"The Giant Tsunami Had Been Foreseen, But Not Been Included in Disaster Design"
"The Giant Tsunami Had Been Foreseen, But Not Been Included in Disaster Design"
http://www.homeofgeography.org/uk/news_2012/Giant%20Tsunami%20paper.pdf
THREE YEARS AFTER: Stress-related deaths reach 2,973 in Tohoku
THREE YEARS AFTER: Stress-related deaths reach 2,973 in Tohoku
http://ajw.asahi.com/article/0311disaster/life_and_death/AJ201403070057
Fukushima stress deaths top 3/11 toll
Fukushima stress deaths top 3/11 toll
Uncertainties amid nuclear crisis acutely felt by elderly
http://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2014/02/20/national/post-quake-illnesses-kill-more-in-fukushima-than-2011-disaster/#.VXxLHaaKI-9
NRC: What Are the Lessons Learned from Fukushima?
What Are the Lessons Learned from Fukushima?
After the Fukushima accident, a task force of senior NRC staff reviewed
the circumstances of the event to determine what lessons could be
learned. In July 2011, the task force provided recommendations to enhance U.S. reactor safety,
and these became the foundation of the NRC's post-Fukushima
activities. The Commission then approved a three-tiered prioritization
of the recommendations as summarized below (note that Recommendation 1 is being addressed outside of the three tiers).http://www.nrc.gov/reactors/operating/ops-experience/japan-dashboard/priorities.html
Friday, June 12, 2015
Is stratospheric geoengineering worth the risk?
Is stratospheric geoengineering worth the risk?
http://thebulletin.org/stratospheric-geoengineering-worth-risk8396
Did Obama Let ISIS Go Nuclear?
Did Obama Let ISIS Go Nuclear?
http://www.libertynewsnow.com/did-obama-let-isis-go-nuclear/article1574
Why Saudi Arabia can’t get a nuclear weapon
Why Saudi Arabia can’t get a nuclear weapon
http://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/saudi-arabias-nuclear-bluff/2015/06/11/9ce1f4f8-1074-11e5-9726-49d6fa26a8c6_story.html
Kasich tries his odds in meeting with Las Vegas Republicans
Kasich tries his odds in meeting with Las Vegas Republicans
http://www.dispatch.com/content/stories/local/2015/06/12/kasich-tries-his-odds-in-meeting-with-las-vegas-gop.html
Future fission Is next-generation nuclear fission the answer to future energy needs? Barry Brook
Future fission
Is next-generation nuclear fission the answer to future energy needs?Future fission
Is next-generation nuclear fission the answer to future energy needs?- See more at: http://www.policyforum.net/future-fission/#sthash.9IXpagJP.dpuf
http://www.policyforum.net/future-fission/
Are journalists critical enough when covering nuclear?
Are journalists critical enough when covering nuclear?
http://www.scidev.net/global/journalism/scidev-net-at-large/journalists-critical-covering-nuclear-energy.html
How oil flows in and out of every major region around the world
How oil flows in and out of every major region around the world
http://www.businessinsider.com/bp-map-world-oil-trade-movements-2014-2015-6?utm_source=alerts&nr_email_referer=1
http://www.businessinsider.com/bp-map-world-oil-trade-movements-2014-2015-6?utm_source=alerts&nr_email_referer=1
Energy Storage is Critical Issue at Utility Industry's Conference in New Orleans
Posted: 12 Jun 2015 04:35 AM PDT
On
the 10th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina which devastated the Gulf
Coast, the conference highlighted the immense importance of the utility
companies in ensuring resiliency and reliability as increasingly intense
storms challenge our aging infrastructure.read morehttp://theenergycollective.com/gail-tverberg/2238406/why-eia-iea-and-bp-oil-forecasts-are-too-high
Why EIA, IEA, and BP Oil Forecasts are Too High
Posted: 12 Jun 2015 05:44 AM PDT
When
forecasting how much oil will be available in future years, a standard
approach seems to be the following: 1. Figure out how much GDP growth
the researcher hopes to have in the future. 2. “Work backward” to see
how much oil is needed, based on how much oil was used for a given level
of GDP in the past.read morehttp://theenergycollective.com/gail-tverberg/2238406/why-eia-iea-and-bp-oil-forecasts-are-too-high
The EPA's Clean Power Plan 'Victory' Isn't The Slam Dunk It Seems To Be
Posted: 12 Jun 2015 07:42 AM PDT
The EPA is probably feeling pretty good about itself after its big climate “win” in federal court on Tuesday.
A three-judge, conservative-leaning panel dismissed various state and
industry challenges to the legality of the EPA’s proposed Clean Power
Plan. But is a larger problem for the plan on the horizon?read morehttp://theenergycollective.com/brian-h-potts/2239356/epas-clean-power-plan-victory-isnt-slam-dunk-it-seems-be
Nuclear Power in Spain, Market Outlook to 2025, Update 2015
Nuclear Power in Spain, Market Outlook to 2025, Update 2015 - Capacity, Generation, Power Plants, Investment Trends, Regulations and Company Profiles
http://www.digitaljournal.com/pr/2583284
Sanctions Don't Squeeze Russia's nuclear plans
Europe never was a focus for Russia in terms of new construction because Europe is more or less balanced in terms of electricity supply that’s why Rosatom is focused on emerging markets
http://www.neurope.eu/article/sanctions-dont-squeeze-russias-nuclear-plans/
Position Paper Extols Virginia's Potential For Nuclear Power
Position Paper Extols Virginia's Potential For Nuclear Power
http://nuclearstreet.com/nuclear_power_industry_news/b/nuclear_power_news/archive/2015/06/12/position-paper-extols-virginia_2700_s-potential-for-nuclear-power-061201.aspx#.VXtQ9EblxbI
Japan Prepares to Restart Sendai NPP After Four-Year Hiatus Over Fukushima
Japan Prepares to Restart Sendai NPP After Four-Year Hiatus Over Fukushima
http://sputniknews.com/science/20150612/1023281491.html
Japan needs 35 nuclear reactors operating by 2030, says industry minister
Japan needs 35 nuclear reactors operating by 2030, says industry minister
http://ajw.asahi.com/article/behind_news/politics/AJ201506110038
Japan: Autonomous drone developed for Fukushima reactors
Japan: Autonomous drone developed for Fukushima reactors
http://www.bbc.com/news/blogs-news-from-elsewhere-33096077
Japan delays nuclear fuel removal schedule for Fukushima plant
Japan delays nuclear fuel removal schedule for Fukushima plant
http://ajw.asahi.com/article/0311disaster/fukushima/AJ201506120098
What’s ahead for Japan’s Fukushima nuclear plant?
What’s ahead for Japan’s Fukushima nuclear plant?
Experts have yet to pinpoint the exact location of the melted fuel inside the three reactors and study it, and still need to develop robots capable of working safely in such highly radioactive conditions.
- See more at: http://indianexpress.com/article/world/asia/whats-ahead-for-japans-fukushima-nuclear-plant/#sthash.9gaA6sv4.dpuf
What’s ahead for Japan’s Fukushima nuclear plant?
Experts
have yet to pinpoint the exact location of the melted fuel inside the
three reactors and study it, and still need to develop robots capable of
working safely in such highly radioactive conditions. - See more at:
http://indianexpress.com/article/world/asia/whats-ahead-for-japans-fukushima-nuclear-plant/#sthash.9gaA6sv4.dpuf
http://indianexpress.com/article/world/asia/whats-ahead-for-japans-fukushima-nuclear-plant/
Experts
have yet to pinpoint the exact location of the melted fuel inside the
three reactors and study it, and still need to develop robots capable of
working safely in such highly radioactive conditions. - See more at:
http://indianexpress.com/article/world/asia/whats-ahead-for-japans-fukushima-nuclear-plant/#sthash.9gaA6sv4.dpuf
Fukushima Nuclear Disaster: Japan to Allow Thousands to Return Home
Fukushima Nuclear Disaster: Japan to Allow Thousands to Return Home
http://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/fukushima-nuclear-disaster-japan-lifts-evacuation-orders-n374271
UPDATE 1-Iran nuclear talks "virtually stalled", deadline may be missed - TASS
UPDATE 1-Iran nuclear talks "virtually stalled", deadline may be missed - TASS
http://in.reuters.com/article/2015/06/12/iran-nuclear-russia-idINL5N0YY32120150612
Russia says 'very worrying' slowdown in Iran nuclear talks
Russia says 'very worrying' slowdown in Iran nuclear talks
http://www.business-standard.com/article/pti-stories/russia-says-very-worrying-slowdown-in-iran-nuclear-talks-115061300021_1.html
South Korea announces it will close oldest nuclear reactor
South Korea announces it will close oldest nuclear reactor
http://www.chinapost.com.tw/asia/korea/2015/06/13/438289/South-Korea.htm
Deals With China Hinge On Extended Cooperation Agreement, Say Lobbyists
Deals With China Hinge On Extended Cooperation Agreement, Say Lobbyists
https://nuclearstreet.com/nuclear_power_industry_news/b/nuclear_power_news/archive/2015/06/11/deals-with-china-hinge-on-extended-cooperation-agreement_2c00_-say-lobbyists-061101.aspx#.VXs75EblxbI
3 Asian Nuclear Power Stocks to Buy Now
3 Asian Nuclear Power Stocks to Buy Now
Daiwa tips strong growth in nuclear power capacity across Asia, with China’s Huadian Fuxin its top pick.
http://online.barrons.com/articles/3-asian-nuclear-power-stocks-to-buy-now-1434085748
Fukushima: The Story of a Nuclear Disaster
Fukushima: The Story of a Nuclear Disaster
Posted on Jun 12, 2015
By Louise Rubackyhttp://www.truthdig.com/arts_culture/item/fukushima_the_story_of_a_nuclear_disaster_20150612
DTE Energy Gets NRC Nod for Building Nuclear Power Plant - Analyst Blog
DTE Energy Gets NRC Nod for Building Nuclear Power Plant - Analyst Blog
http://www.nasdaq.com/article/dte-energy-gets-nrc-nod-for-building-nuclear-power-plant-analyst-blog-cm486326
Do the Japanese People Really Oppose Nuke Restarts?
Do the Japanese People Really Oppose Nuke Restarts?
A February, 2015, scientific opinion survey in Japan indicates that most Japanese do not oppose nuke restarts. This brings the constant Press reports of most people opposing restarts into question.
http://www.hiroshimasyndrome.
A February, 2015, scientific opinion survey in Japan indicates that most Japanese do not oppose nuke restarts. This brings the constant Press reports of most people opposing restarts into question.
http://www.hiroshimasyndrome.
India's Solar Embrace Is Leaving Wind Power in the Shade
India's Solar Embrace Is Leaving Wind Power in the Shade | |
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Anindya Upadhyay, Bloomberg
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June 11, 2015 | Post Your Comment
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India is set to add more solar capacity than wind
power for the first time as Prime Minister Narendra Modi looks to
harness the sun’s rays to curb energy shortages. Solar installations are
on course to exceed 2,500 megawatts in the year.
Full Article
http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/news/2015/06/indias-solar-embrace-is-leaving-wind-power-in-the-shade.html?eid=288118515&bid=1095110
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Why It's Time To Get Real About Energy Security
Why It's Time To Get Real About Energy Security | |
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Hannah Smith, Contributor
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June 10, 2015 | Post Your Comment
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Energy is Europe’s quiet crisis. While the clamour of
failing economies, desperate migrants and political clashes grabs the
headlines, energy policy is rarely front-page news, but it should be —
the statistics are shocking.
Full Article
http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/articles/2015/06/why-its-time-to-get-real-about-energy-security.html?eid=288118515&bid=1095110
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A Closer Look at Fossil and Renewable Energy Subsidies
A Closer Look at Fossil and Renewable Energy Subsidies | |
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Susan Kraemer, Contrubutor
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June 10, 2015 | Post Your Comment
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The same permanent subsidies that made fossil fuels
cheap are simply not available to the re-newable energy industry. Why
not?
Full Article
http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/articles/2015/06/a-closer-look-at-fossil-and-renewable-energy-subsidies.html?eid=288118515&bid=1095110
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Penn Energy's Top Power News 6/12
G-7 set far-off goal to move away from fossil fuels
The world should move away
from using fossil fuels by the end of this century, G-7 leaders
announced Monday, setting an ambitious but distant goal ahead of a global summit on climate change this year. …
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France to merge Areva, EDF nuclear reactor businesses
French nuclear giants Areva
and EDF will merge their reactor businesses in a joint venture
controlled by EDF — a wide-ranging reshuffle of the country's
state-owned atomic energy industry. …
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