Proposals to put new nuclear reactors near coal mine sites ignore geological hazards > Appalachian Voices

Proposals to put new nuclear reactors near coal mine sites ignore geological hazards > Appalachian Voices: In October 2022, Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced a goal of building a new nuclear reactor in Southwest Virginia within the next 10 years, setting off a flurry of excitement among local economic development officials and outrage among local residents who are concerned about the health and safety risks of nuclear power.