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Is the Nuclear Renaissance Fizzling?

May 29, 2009, Is the Nuclear Renaissance Fizzling?
The New York Times By James Kanter
“……………. long-standing problems with the technology still could lead to canceled orders and renewed public opposition. One problem is what to do with the highly dangerous waste produced by reactors. Currently waste is stored above ground in pools of water or in vast dry casks, but neither of those methods is regarded as adequate over the long term……………..

…………..Another recurring problem is the high up-front price tag of nuclear technology compared with other sources of energy. Utilities were already canceling nuclear power plants before the accidents at Three Mile Island and Chernobyl. The reason? Huge cost overruns………..

…….nuclear’s difficult history with financing could be repeating itself, as the first two reactors that were meant to lead a comeback have been delayed and are running over-budget.

And even if stars do align for nuclear, it still could take some time for it to play a significant role in lowering greenhouse gas levels,

Is the Nuclear Renaissance Fizzling? – Green Inc. Blog – NYTimes.com

May 30, 2009 - Posted by Christina Macpherson | 2 WORLD, spinbuster | antinuclear, AREVA, nuclear, radioactive, uranium