State-owned enterprises: Stakes and mistakes Nov 18, 2009
Spanning everything from nuclear energy to artificial limbs, these companies employed almost 1. 6m people in 2008 and accounted for 8. (The Economist)
Graham giving South Carolina seat at the table Nov 18, 2009
And he says the resurgence in nuclear energy is most important for South Carolina, with four companies already looking to build new nuclear reactors here. The climate change debate affords us a prime opportunity to address. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
U.S. Senators Push To Ramp Up Nuclear Energy Nov 18, 2009
WASHINGTON Two senators unveiled legislation Monday to double US nuclear energy output in 20 years and foster clean energy options with "mini-Manhattan Projects" named for the original US atomic bomb push ... Alexander, a fervent foe of White House-backed cap-and-trade legislation, noted that boosting nuclear energy enjoys the support of members of both major US parties as well as President Barack Obama's administration. (Newsmax)
IAEA report confirms "peaceful nature" of Iran's nuclear program: spokesman Nov 18, 2009
Jalili said that Iran is now enjoying its full right to peaceful nuclear energy thanks to the country's dynamic and active foreign policy, the report said. Special Report. (Xinhuanet, China)
* Tehran defiant as UN warns of new enrichment plant Nov 18, 2009
Iran will continue to exercise its right to peaceful use of nuclear energy, including enrichment, he said in reaction to the IAEA report. In the report, the IAEA said it had been told by Iran in a letter that the new site near the Shiite holy city of Qom should be operational in 2011, heightening concerns Tehran is edging closer to developing a nuclear bomb. (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
UN atomic watchdog wants answers from Iran Nov 17, 2009
"Iran will continue to exercise its right to peaceful use of nuclear energy, including enrichment," Soltanieh told Fars news agency. Soltanieh called on the IAEA's member states to "put an end to this repetitive and tedious path, as the reports by the (atomic) agency chief have nothing new.". (Channelnewsasia.com)
Rudd's foreign policy made on the run - and it's showing Nov 17, 2009
It's about time people started talking sense in regards to nuclear energy as well. We shouldn't be held to ransom by the Greens. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Energy independence, cleaner environment Nov 17, 2009
Most importantly, a green economy can lead to a renaissance in nuclear energy a field in which South Carolina has the work force and expertise to excel. To clean up our environment, we must reinvigorate nuclear energy the largest source of carbon-free energy worldwide ... Almost half of the electricity generated in our state comes from nuclear energy. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Iran's Nuke Standoff and Ahmadinejad's Woes Nov 17, 2009
Iranian Judiciary Chief Sadeq Larijani told reporters, "sending uranium out of Iran should be pondered upon and it seems that such an interaction on nuclear energy is not beneficial to Iran." His brother, Speaker of the Iranian Parliament Ali Larijani, was also reportedly critical, saying the proposal as it stood was "neither logical nor legal." Parliament members began to publicly bash the Vienna deal. One member stated there is no guarantee in the proposed deal that the West "will fulfill... (Time.com)
Misunderstanding What The Chinese Want Nov 17, 2009
Second, in what could turn out to be his most lasting legacy, Bush reached out to India and established strong working ties in vital areas, especially nuclear energy. His successor, unfortunately, has undermined these relationships. (CBS News)
Jaguar beats Roadrunner to top list of fastest supercomputers Nov 17, 2009
It is used to conduct research in climate science, materials science and nuclear energy amongst other areas. TOP FIVE SUPERCOMPUTERS Jaguar, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, US. (1. (BBC News -- Americas)
Electricity-hungry Vietnam looks to join nuclear club Nov 17, 2009
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Sarkozy spruiks France in Gulf visit Nov 17, 2009
Henri Barkey, an expert on nuclear energy at the Carnegie Endowment, said: ''It's clear that if the Iranian nuclear program doesn't get stopped, Saudi Arabia will go that way. . (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Iran says nuclear 'enemies' defeated... Nov 17, 2009
The West suspects Tehran is trying to develop a nuclear weapon under cover of its civilian nuclear energy programme. Iran vehemently denies the claims while Russia has said there is no evidence to support the accusations. (The Drudge Report)
Iran: IAEA seeks answers Nov 17, 2009
"Iran will continue to exercise its right to peaceful use of nuclear energy, including enrichment," Soltanieh told Fars, Iran's semi-official news agency. AFP Digg NEWS FEATURES. (iAfrica.com)
Iran to continue attempts to obtain nuclear rights Nov 17, 2009
"The Islamic Republic will continue its non-stop attempts to obtain its rights, including the use of peaceful nuclear energy and uranium enrichment, and at the same time will continue its cooperation with IAEA," Soltanieh was quoted as saying ... Jalili said that Iran is now enjoying its full right to peaceful nuclear energy thanks to the country's dynamic and active foreign policy, the report said. (Xinhuanet, China)
How to get Malaysians' support for nuclear energy Nov 16, 2009
"I was informed that communities in the Republic of Korea are competing to have nuclear waste disposal sites in their backyard," she said in her congratulatory address at the Malaysia-Korea Nuclear Energy Forum here ... Therefore, looking at the various possible alternatives, she said nuclear energy presents a good option to fulfill the base load requirement of Malaysia's system ... "In fact, nuclear power is the engine of growth which spurred the country to where it is now. "It is also due to... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Frontier refinery plans to fight $6.8M EPA fine Nov 16, 2009
It has been used to test rocket engines, conduct nuclear energy research and develop nuclear reactors. EDITORIAL: Let Waste Management expand Kettleman site. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Iran says it has conducted research on nuclear fusion Nov 16, 2009
"Iranian nuclear scientists are trying to catch up the advanced world in using nuclear energy through nuclear fusion," Sadat Hosseini, who runs the technical department at the Nuclear Research Center of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization, was quoted as saying. "Iranian scientists have firstly tried nuclear fusion five years ago," he added. (Xinhuanet, China -- World)
Iran's foreign minister in India for pipeline talks Nov 16, 2009
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Uranium renaissance Nov 15, 2009
Nuclear energy provides 20 percent of the U.S. electricity. Demand for uranium is now met from imports from foreign countries, primarily Canada, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Australia and Kyrgyzstan. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
MUSINGS: A look behind the concrete curtain Nov 14, 2009
When the late Senator Paul Tsongas was asked to explain his support for nuclear power he replied, "choose your poison." Nearly every power source we can think of has its advantages and disadvantages, and nuclear energy is no different. But it doesn't glow. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Supply, demand for Wyo natural gas looks good Nov 14, 2009
But he added, "I don't think we can afford to wait. Until renewables gain a sizable share of the power sector, (carbon capture and storage) becomes available, and nuclear energy ramps up, the only realistic option is increasing use of natural gas.". "Natural gas is here. It's cleaner. It's affordable," Hayward concluded. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Readers Write 11/13 Nov 14, 2009
7:08 p.m. Thursday, November 12, 2009. Look at what s involved in reprocessing waste. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Iranian Cleric: U.S at War With God Nov 14, 2009
U.S. President Barack Obama offered a new approach toward Iran when he took office in January, but Iran remains locked in dispute with Washington and other world powers over its nuclear energy program. The West suspects Iran's nuclear work aims in part to allow it to acquire atomic weapons. (Newsmax)
Obama bids for Russian help on Iran Nov 14, 2009
" onclick="Next();" src="/images/butt_next. " Medvedev is meanwhile set to press Obama about a new nuclear weapons reduction agreement to replace the 1991 Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START). With the old treaty due to run out on December 5, Russian officials have insisted that the new agreement must establish a link between missile defence systems and strategic arms. Obama's move to scrap missile shield plans in Eastern Europe appeared to have lent fresh impetus to the negotiations. But... (Channelnewsasia.com)
Obama Meets Hatoyama in Japan Nov 14, 2009
In a joint statement, Tokyo and Washington said they would work closely on solutions to energy issues, from green technologies such as smart electric grids, carbon capture, and storage technologies to nuclear energy. The Japanese leader stood by his earlier pledge to end Japan's military mission in the Indian Ocean, where naval ships provide refueling and other rear guard support for U.S. forces. (BusinessWeek)
U.S., Japan to issue disarmament statement Nov 14, 2009
In the communique, Japan and the United States also will announce that they will work in close cooperation for the success of the Global Nuclear Security Summit and a U.N. meeting to review the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty at U.N. headquarters in May by setting three key targets: nuclear disarmament, nuclear nonproliferation and peaceful uses of nuclear energy and nuclear security. Hatoyama and Obama also will urge North Korea to return to the six-nation talks on getting rid of nuclear... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Medvedev tells Russia time to reinvent itself Nov 14, 2009
" He said Russia needed to focus on innovation, including in agriculture, pharmaceuticals and nuclear energy, and perhaps attempt flights to other planets. Since taking office as Putin's hand-picked successor last year, Medvedev has often outlined ambitious plans for reform, but he has yet to make significant changes. In recent months, though, he has stepped up efforts to set himself apart from Putin, who remains Russia's most powerful politician. Although Putin promoted a prickly foreign policy... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Can't assure end to race attacks: Australian PM Nov 13, 2009
"In fact the reverse is true. Australia was an active supporter in the Nuclear Suppliers Group of lifting the nuclear moratorium against India following the US-India nuclear deal. This reflected Australia's appreciation of India's non-proliferation record,'' he said, while acknowledging that his government understands that India looks to the day when its ambitious civil nuclear energy program can include Australian uranium. "As Prime Minister of Australia, my objective is to build a... (India Times, India)
Swiss hopeful of climate result at Copenhagen Nov 13, 2009
Coal plants now burn very efficiently, nuclear energy has become much, much safer and wind/solar power can utilized as well. One step at a time. (SwissInfo.org, Switzerland)
Global cooperation key to success of Copenhagen summit: Italian FM Nov 13, 2009
"Italy is committed to helping poorer neighbors increase their climate protection approaches by having our industries invest there," he said, referring to the Italian firms operating in the Mediterranean and Balkan nations with green technology projects in the fields of nuclear energy and hydropower. Italian green firms are also cooperating with Chinese firms in promoting the development of solar energy in China, Frattini said. (Xinhuanet, China)
China to help Pak set up 10 nuke power plants Nov 13, 2009
The plants are aimed at generating 8,800 MW of nuclear energy in the next two decades, a senior government official said. The six sites selected for the new plants are Qadirabad-Bulloki link canal near Qadirabad Headworks, Dera Ghazi Khan Canal near Tuansa barrage, Taunsa-Punjnad canal near Multan, Nara canal near Sukkur, Pat feeder canal near Guddu and Kabul River near Nowshera, the report said. (India Times, India)
China to continue nuke relations with Pak Nov 13, 2009
BEIJING: China on Tuesday said it will continue to cooperate with Pakistan in the field of civilian nuclear energy ... China on Tuesday said it will continue to cooperate with Pakistan in the field of civilian nuclear energy. (India Times, India)
Russia needs to modernize its economy, Medvedev warns Nov 13, 2009
He said Russia needed to focus on innovation in agriculture, in pharmaceuticals, and in nuclear energy - and perhaps attempt flights to other planets. Since taking office as Putin s hand-picked successor last year, Medvedev has often outlined ambitious plans for reform, but he has yet to make significant changes. (Boston Globe)
Olympics concerns after Brazil blackout Nov 13, 2009
Rio has the capacity to produce more energy than it can consume with natural gas-fired plants and nuclear energy facilities nearby. And Brazil's Olympic Committee touted that fact in its bid proposal, saying locally generated energy could supply the city alone instead of being fed into the national grid. (MSNBC -- International)
Netanyahu, Sarkozy make no settlement breakthrough Nov 12, 2009
Israel views Iran as a major strategic threat, and France under Sarkozy has assumed a stern stance against Tehran, pushing it to halt nuclear activities Iran says are aimed at producing nuclear energy but that the West fears is aimed at making nuclear bombs. Netanyahu is under increasing international pressure not only over settlements but also over war crimes allegations stemming from the Gaza conflict. (MSNBC -- International)
Iran Open To Idea Of World Nuclear Fuel Bank Nov 12, 2009
The aim is to reduce Iran's stockpile of fuel that can be used for nuclear energy or nuclear weapons. Iran is resisting the idea and instead proposing the U.N. supervise uranium enrichment inside the country. (CBS News -- World)
Al Gore crusades against global warming Nov 12, 2009
The book talks about solar, wind, geothermal energy, biomass fuels, nuclear energy and the political will, or lack thereof, to implement some of these ideas. The co-founder of the San Francisco digital television channel Current TV reiterated those themes during a speech Monday at Dominican University of California in San Rafael, but in private he defended his connection to the sustainable asset firm Generation Investment Management. (San Francisco Chronicle)
In energy-rich Venezuela, Chavez tells people to cut back Nov 12, 2009
Skepticism also persists over another plan -- to develop a nuclear energy program -- because it would require multibillion-dollar outlaysbillions of dollars and extensive training of Venezuelan scientists at a time of budget shortfalls and falling oil production ... Skepticism also persists over another plan -- to develop a nuclear energy program -- because it would require multibillion-dollar outlaysbillions of dollars and extensive training of Venezuelan scientists at a time of budget... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
'This is only a test...' (878) Nov 12, 2009
" I want more than an "average" person at the controls of a nuclear power plant. We need to have skilled and educated people working there. Lake Michigan College just started a new nuclear energy program that will be a feeder to the nuclear power industry. If you want to work at D.C. Cook, get the education first. It all starts there. ". Bill Schalk wrote on Nov 11, 2009 11:16 AM:" Concerning Worker Bee's comment. You are correct that Browns Ferry is one of 4 utilities that have 2 simulators... (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
EPA seeks ex-Santa Susana lab workers for cleanup Nov 12, 2009
It has been used to test rocket engines, conduct nuclear energy research and develop nuclear reactors ... The lab was used to test rocket engines, conduct nuclear energy research and develop nuclear reactors, one of which had a partial meltdown in 1959. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Medvedev to set out economic reforms in speech Nov 12, 2009
Under Putin, now the prime minister, Russia created an array of state champions to spur growth in sectors such as car manufacturing, aviation, nanotechnology, nuclear energy and arms building. But analysts say the opaque structure of such firms has given immense powers to Putin associates like Sergei Chemezov, head of the Russian Technologies conglomerate, and attempts to rein them in have led nowhere so far. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Netanyahu in Paris with peace efforts in peril Nov 12, 2009
Israel views Iran as a major strategic threat, and France has pushed Tehran to halt nuclear activities that Iranians say are aimed at producing nuclear energy but that the West fears is aimed at making nuclear bombs. (Copyright 2009 by The Associated Press. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Venezuela, Russia to boost technology cooperation Nov 11, 2009
Chacon says the transfer of nuclear technology is not among the projects that were presented at a forum in Venezuela's capital Monday even through Russia plans to help Venezuela develop nuclear energy to produce electricity. . (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Russia's old N-weapons power US homes Nov 11, 2009
Today, former bomb material from Russia accounts for 45% of the fuel in American nuclear reactors, while another 5% comes from American bombs, according to the Nuclear Energy Institute, an industry trade association in Washington. Treaties at the end of the Cold War led to the decommissioning of thousands of warheads. (India Times, India)
Iran not to retreat one step from nuclear rights Nov 11, 2009
Jalili said that Iran is now enjoying its full right to peaceful nuclear energy thanks to the country's dynamic and active foreign policy, the report said ... and it will continue on the path of progress in using nuclear energy for peaceful purposes, Jalili told a group of students on Monday. (Xinhuanet, China)
* Anti-cancer drug shows promise Nov 10, 2009
X Lee Te-wei, head of the Institute of Nuclear Energy Research. Scientists at the Institute of Nuclear Energy Research (INER) yesterday said they were encouraged by recent results of tests of a new drug aimed at fighting cancerous tumors. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Step on the gas to create a carbon-friendly future Nov 10, 2009
Until renewables gain a sizeable share of the power sector, CCS becomes available, and nuclear energy ramps up, the only realistic option is to increase the use of natural gas. Gas is far and away the cleanest-burning fossil fuel, generating at least 50 per cent less carbon per kilowatt hour than coal, and almost zero sulphur oxides, mercury and particulate ash. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
China, Japan ink environmental deals Nov 9, 2009
China is also striving to develop renewable energy and nuclear energy, and increase the share of non-fossil fuels in energy consumption to about 15 percent by 2020, which was at about nine percent at the end of 2008. BEIJING, Nov. 8 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Vice Premier Li Keqiang on Sunday said China and Japan should increase cooperation in energy conservation and environmental protection. (Xinhuanet, China)
Disney sets out to make 'The Passion for kids' Nov 9, 2009
Ed Miliband insists that nuclear energy is safe as he prepares to unveil a new generation of power stations expected to be up and running within a decade. Overuse of antibiotics is contributing to the spread of hospital bugs and putting vital treatments under threat. (Yahoo News -- 'The Passion of the Christ')
33 Activist Women Arrested in Tehran Nov 9, 2009
In calling for gender equality, the protesters outside the court used a play on words similar to a slogan used by President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad to rally public support for nuclear energy. Rights activists have launched a campaign to collect a million Iranian signatures for a petition to end legalized discrimination against women. (Yahoo News -- Women's Issues)
Iran not to exchange enriched uranium for fuel Nov 8, 2009
Malaysia supported the right of the member states of NPT and International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to enjoy their rights for nuclear energy based on the charter as well as rules and regulations, he told reporters here after the 12th Session of the Eight Developing Islamic Countries (D8) Council of Ministers ended here. TEHRAN, Sept. 30 (Xinhua) -- Iran's chief nuclear negotiator Saeed Jalili said Wednesday the Islamic Republic will attend the upcoming negotiation in Geneva on Iran's nuclear... (Xinhuanet, China)
Today's Mailbag Nov 8, 2009
Petroleum products are not just used for fuel but for hundreds, perhaps thousands of other items not available from solar, wind or nuclear energy. The need for hydrocarbons is not going away anytime soon. (The News-Press -- Opinion)
Dogs vs. SUVs vs. the earth, debunked Nov 7, 2009
" That wouldn't work. Isn't that even more of an incentive for developing nations not to accept any binding emission caps? They are starting to feel the consequences of such a policy. India now faces the prospect of black carbon emissions greatly accelerating the melting of ice that forms the source of the majority of the water in the Indus, the Ganges and the Brahmaputra rivers. They must cut back on black carbon for their own survival. Do you see indications of a shift in awareness in China,... (Salon)
Juneau's role in promoting peace in the Middle East Nov 7, 2009
Though Alaska doesn't directly invest in companies that deal with Iran's nuclear energy programs, imposing sanctions similar to other U.S. states would send a symbolic message and ensure Alaska keeps a healthy distance from companies that do. If enough sovereign nations were to divest from Iran, the economic pressure would force Iranian leaders to adhere to UN sanctions that have been widely ignored up to this point. (Juneau Empire)
Foreign oil puts our security at risk Nov 7, 2009
From nuclear energy to solar power, from building wind turbines to developing new technologies, to weatherizing homes against our sweltering summers, there are jobs to be had in a clean energy economy. Special interests may be running TV ads against clean energy legislation, but those ads are paid for with $4-per-gallon gasoline. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Frontiers of the future Nov 7, 2009
The science of alternative energy sources - solar photovoltaic cells, wind turbines, nuclear energy, even geothermal or tidal energy - is largely known. Research is going on to use microbes in curtailing emissions, and nanoparticles are also being harnessed. (India Times, India)
The geek in charge at the Department of Energy Nov 6, 2009
They are likely to add a title to the draft that expands support for nuclear energy. I also think they will add some provisions accelerating the substitution of gas for coal. (Salon)
Japan Uses Controverisal Nuke Fuel Nov 6, 2009
Nuclear warheads that were once on guided missile ICBMs aimed at American cities are now providing 50% of the nuclear energy produced in the United States--one tenth of America's overall electric power production ... This is terribly glib reporting, CBS should learn something about nuclear energy before reporting on it ... This is terribly glib reporting, CBS should learn something about nuclear energy before reporting on it. (CBS News)
Our allies can't trust us under Obama Nov 6, 2009
Open-source news reports state that Chavez is actively seeking Russian assistance in developing a nuclear energy program. That's another name for nuclear weapons. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Nuclear energy not on platter for Pakistan: US Nov 6, 2009
A high-profile US team which went to Islamabad recently to discuss energy issues with Pakistan's officals did not discuss the option of civilian nuclear energy, David Goldwyn, coordinator for international energy affairs at the State Department told foreign journalists in Washington. "We spent two days in very intensive talks with the government of Pakistan on whole range of energy issues, but they did not raise nuclear energy, so we did not discuss it," Goldwyn said. (India Times, India)
Iran looks to Argentina for nuclear fuel Nov 6, 2009
Third, despite negative comments such as those by Kirchner that overlook the irrefutable record of the nuclear talks between Tehran and Buenos Aires in early 1994 - talks that raised Iranian hopes that the fuel delivery of 1993 would be followed up with more extensive deals - the idea of replenishing the Tehran reactor with fuel from Argentina has never quite disappeared from Iran's nuclear energy policy. Iran has adamantly rejected allegations that it played any role in the bombing. (Asia Times Online)
Kansai Electric is Seeking to Extend Lifespan of Mihama Atomic Reactor Nov 5, 2009
Japanese utilities are considering measures including uprating reactors to improve output and running older units longer as the country seeks to rely more on nuclear energy and less on fossil fuels ... Japan aims to get 40 percent of its power from nuclear energy by 2030, the trade ministry said, up from 25 percent in 2008, according to the International Atomic Energy Agency. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
Sarkozy's `Grand Loan' Pits EADS Against Peugeot, Safran in Fight for Cash Nov 5, 2009
Sarkozys aim echoes Charles de Gaulles development of nuclear energy, computer technology and the aerospace industry by financing research and development. From 2000 to 2007, Frances share of global exports fell by an annual average of 3. (Bloomberg)
