Michele Kearney's Nuclear Wire
Major Energy and Environmental News and Commentary affecting the Nuclear Industry.
Sunday, September 3, 2017
In latest test, North Korea detonates its most powerful nuclear device yet
In latest test, North Korea detonates its most powerful nuclear device yet
https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/asia_pacific/in-latest-test-north-korea-detonates-its-most-powerful-nuclear-device-yet/2017/09/03/4c5202ea-90b4-11e7-8754-d478688d23b4_story.html?deferJs=true&outputType=default-article&utm_term=.89341d1ddce7&wpisrc=nl_rainbow&wpmm=1
DOE study proves regulation puts hydro, nuclear power at a disadvantage
DOE study proves regulation puts hydro, nuclear power at a disadvantage
http://thehill.com/blogs/pundits-blog/energy-environment/349052-doe-study-proves-regulation-puts-hydro-nuclear-power-atNuclear Desalination and the Economics of Nuclear Power
Nuclear Desalination and the Economics of Nuclear Power
http://ansnuclearcafe.org/2017/09/02/nuclear-desalination-and-the-economics-of-nuclear-power/#sthash.y6LoOx0M.dpbs
Catholic Charities Assists Those in Need as Leading Organization for Long-term Recovery After Harvey
Catholic Charities Assists Those in Need as Leading Organization for Long-term Recovery After Harvey
https://www.catholiccharities.org/catholic-charities-assists-those-in-need-as-leading-organization-for-long-term-recovery-after-harvey/
https://www.catholiccharities.org/catholic-charities-assists-those-in-need-as-leading-organization-for-long-term-recovery-after-harvey/
Saturday, September 2, 2017
The Energy Collective Daily: New Utility Settlment Will Unlock Millions in Clean Energy Funding for Ohio

New Utility Settlement Will Unlock Millions in Clean Energy Funding for Ohio | The Energy Collective Daily |
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- New Utility Settlement Will Unlock Millions in Clean Energy Funding for Ohio
- Why Solar Keeps Being Underestimated
- EPA Safeguards and the Arkema Chemical Plant Disaster: Information You Should Know
- The Sol Source Solar Report: August 2017
- Mexico’s Shale-Rich Burgos Basin Opens to Private Investment for the First Time
- How Does the United States Rate in Energy Efficiency?
New Utility Settlement Will Unlock Millions In Clean Energy Funding For Ohio
New Utility Settlement Will Unlock Millions In Clean Energy Funding For Ohio
http://breakingenergy.com/2017/09/01/new-utility-settlement-will-unlock-millions-in-clean-energy-funding-for-ohio/?utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=55917520&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--FDeSO-2HV6fVV1u6Xrbw277rTQZrWnlf0_t4dOmy-8giy7XG-gqFMQAng8J1wW1uWIPKfOW7IIKVd0qH4ZWzC3tvNTA&_hsmi=55917520
White House kicks up nuclear review
White House kicks up nuclear review
The White House is kicking into high gear a study Trump requested in June about the state of America's nuclear industry by hiring a new staffer to take a lead on it, Axios has learned.Aaron Weston, whose LinkedIn profile says he has worked at the conservative think tank American Council on Capital Formation and for the House science committee, is in the process of getting a White House gig to work on the study, an administration official said.
Why it matters: Top Trump officials have spoken positively about nuclear power and the importance of ensuring it remains a viable and growing sector in the U.S., despite the economic headwinds hurting it. But to date the administration hasn't taken any specific steps to do so. This report is the first broad attempt at that.
Details: The review is expected to focus on the challenges facing the existing fleet of reactors, research and development policies, export markets, and fuel cycle issues. This will include looking at the controversial Yucca Mountain proposed repository site, according to the administration official.
Reality check: Trump's budget proposed to cut the Energy Department's nuclear office that pursues R&D. Meanwhile, it remains unclear whether the department will help Southern Company with its two reactors under construction (the first in the U.S. in 30 years) by upping the already unprecedented $8.3 billion loan guarantee. https://www.axios.com/generate-2480069194.html
Friday, September 1, 2017
Scottish tidal power station breaks world record for electricity generation
Scottish tidal power station breaks world record for electricity generation
'We expect to continue to break records throughout the rest of the year'
http://www.independent.co.uk/news/business/news/pentland-firth-tidal-power-station-electricity-generation-energy-renewables-a7922141.html
Wave and Tidal Power Technology Near Commercialization
Wave and Tidal Power Technology Near Commercialization
http://www.powermag.com/wave-and-tidal-power-technology-near-commercialization/
Thursday, August 31, 2017
How Long Can U.S. Refineries Remain Offline?
How Long Can U.S. Refineries Remain Offline?
http://oilprice.com/Energy/Gas-Prices/How-Long-Can-US-Refineries-Remain-Offline.html
Fukushima Update 8/31/17

Fukushima corium removal plans are modified, once again… Fukushima and Ohio State University have begun a medical exchange program… Removal of voluntary evacuees from Tokyo’s “official list” gets some bad press… Three more nuclear units plan to restart soon after the New Year… The NRA Chair says Tepco restarts depend on the company taking the lead on decommissioning… The latest American lawsuit for Fukushima damages.
http://www.hiroshimasyndrome.
Bulletin of Atomic Scientists Nuclear Roundup August 31, 2017
The Energy Collective Daily Kazakhstan Demonstrates Cutting-Edge Technologies from All Over the World at EXPO 2017

Kazakhstan Demonstrates Cutting-Edge Technologies from All Over the World at EXPO 2017 | The Energy Collective Daily |
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- Kazakhstan Demonstrates Cutting-Edge Technologies from All Over the World at EXPO 2017
- Who Loses From Trump’s Pursuit Of ‘Energy Dominance’? You, The Taxpayer
- IEA Underreports Contribution of Solar and Wind by a Factor of Three Compared to Fossil Fuels
- How To Decarbonize Indonesia And Achieve Low-Carbon Prosperity
- Pruitt, Six Months In: “Taking an Ax to the Protections of Public Health and Environment and Then Hiding It”
- Mexico Publishes First Monthly Natural Gas Price Index After Moving to Competitive Market
Wave and Tidal Energy Market Projected to Expand at Approximately 10.2% Annually from 2017 to 2023
Wave and Tidal Energy Market Projected to Expand at Approximately 10.2% Annually from 2017 to 2023
http://www.menafn.com/1095792795/Wave-and-Tidal-Energy-Market-Projected-to-Expand-at-Approximately-102-Annually-from-2017-to-2023
Wednesday, August 30, 2017
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