Wednesday, November 25, 2009

nuclear power

Why Can't We Neutralize Nuclear Waste?

It may take decades to develop the technology necessary to reduce nuclear waste. more >>

Nuclear Energy Becomes Pivotal in Climate Debate

Once vilified by environmentalists, nuclear energy has become a top issue within climate legislation. more >>

North Korea Threatens Nuclear 'Fire Shower' Against the United States

Tensions continue to mount between Pyongyang and Washington. more >>

If Reid, Obama Kill Yucca Mountain, Where Will Nuclear Waste Go? Think Fusion

Harry Reid declares Nevada nuclear containment facility dead. Now what? Try fusion. more >>

Chu: We Will Look Into Nuclear Site Security

A 266-page document was released that showed the locations of sensitive nuclear sites. more >>

Big Names and Bucks Back Nuclear 'Bank'

Obama Faces Long Odds on Iran Diplomacy

The president is trying to reach out to Iran, but it's hard to figure out what the regime really wants. more >>

Can Diplomacy Alone Block Iran's Nuclear Goals?

John Kerry and Elliott Abrams debate in the latest issue of U.S. News Weekly. more >>

North Korea Plans to Restart Its Nuclear Weapons Production

After U.N. criticism for missile test, North Korea withdraws from stalled nuclear disarmament talks. more >>

Can Diplomacy Alone Block Iran's Nuclear Goals?

John Kerry and Elliott Abrams debate in the latest issue of U.S. News Weekly. more >>

Gauging the Prospects for Nuclear Power in the Obama Era

As Congress weighs whether to treat nuclear as green energy, the stakes are huge for the industry. more >>

Trying to Make Nuclear Power Less Risky

Backers of thorium say it is safer, and generates less waste, than uranium. more >>

A Nuclear Iran and Wise Words on the Middle East Dilemma

Pieces by Mort Zuckerman and Michael Ledeen are worth reading on the Iranian nuclear weapons dilemma. more >>

The World Cannot Live With the Threat of a Nuclear Iran

Having brazenly defied the world, Iran could be emboldened to use terrorism or subvert the Middle East. more >>

Lessons from the Yucca Mountain Nuclear Waste Storage Debate

Obama wants to end funding for the nuclear storage facility, but there may be ways to move forward. more >>

How France Sees Its Nuclear-Powered Future

It expands the use of nuclear energy at home and seeks to increase nuclear-technology sales abroad. more >>

Look Beyond Iran's Nuclear Program, Urges Former Crown Prince

Reza Pahlavi, Iran's former crown prince, wants Obama to focus on lack of political rights in Tehran. more >>

Iran Buoyed by Nuclear Plant Test Run

Tehran exults after test, saying its nuclear facility could come online in a matter of months. more >>

Chu Quizzed Mostly on Nuclear Issues During Hearing for Energy Post

The Nobel Prize-winning scientist said he is committed to accelerating the construction of new plants. more >>

Keen for a Revival, the Nuclear Industry Eyes the Stimulus Package

The final bill could be a key indicator of whether Obama's "green jobs" pledge includes nuclear energy. more >>

Fixing the North Korea Nuclear Error

Oh yeah, and they're still terrorists. more >>

Obama Faces Tough Task of Containing North Korea's Nuclear Breakout

He inherits a troublesome foe that dramatically expanded plutonium production during the Bush years. more >>

The World Obama Inherits: Iran’s Nuclear Challenge

Tehran's apparent pursuit of nuclear weapons will test Obama's faith in power of diplomacy. more >>

In Search of Energy, A Virginia Town Ponders a Third Nuclear Plant

The Lake Anna facility could be the first new U.S. plant approved for construction in three decades. more >>

John McCain and Barack Obama on Energy Policy and Offshore Drilling

This summer $4-a-gallon gas put energy issues front and center. more >>

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