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News and Discussions => Nuke News => Topic started by: Marlin on Sep 25, 2014, 04:06

Title: Technology revolution in nuclear power could slash costs below coal
Post by: Marlin on Sep 25, 2014, 04:06
Technology revolution in nuclear power could slash costs below coal

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/newsbysector/energy/11120003/Technology-revolution-in-nuclear-power-could-slash-costs-below-coal.html
Title: Re: Technology revolution in nuclear power could slash costs below coal
Post by: Rennhack on Sep 26, 2014, 06:39
I'm having a hard time getting past this gem:

QuoteAll the reactors being built across the world are variants of mid-20th century technology, inherently dirty and dangerous, requiring exorbitant safety controls.

I just don't think I want to give him any more of my time or memory.
Title: Re: Technology revolution in nuclear power could slash costs below coal
Post by: Marlin on Sep 26, 2014, 01:09
Quote from: Rennhack on Sep 26, 2014, 06:39
I'm having a hard time getting past this gem:

I just don't think I want to give him any more of my time or memory.

Semantics I think, the science is sound supported by other MSR advocates including the SMRs proposed at Clinch River. It may be hard to get dollars in an administration that is "Green" driven to the extent that ours is now.
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