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Espionage and the ‘Nuclear Renaissance’

Espionage and the ‘Nuclear Renaissance’ The New York Times April 28, 2009,By James Kanter Accusations of spying and corporate hacking are swirling in Europe’s nuclear industry. – “………………

French judges last month opened an investigation into allegations that the power company’s executives may have been involved in espionage — including breaking into computer systems at Greenpeace offices.

Another dimension to the affair could involve Britain, where Greenpeace is concerned that spying activities also took place.

E.D.F. has suspended two staff members from their duties while the French inquiry continues………………………….The allegations of espionage are important for the future of nuclear power because they do little to help generate trust in major operators like E.D.F., which are seeking to rebuild an industry plagued by giant cost overruns and the legacies of nuclear accidents at Three Mile Island and Chernobyl.

Espionage and the ‘Nuclear Renaissance’ – Green Inc. Blog – NYTimes.com

April 29, 2009 - Posted by Christina Macpherson | France, secrets,lies and civil liberties | antinuclear, nuclear, radioactive, uranium