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The GNEP and the myth of ‘clean’ nuclear power

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Could it be that the nuclear powers are in so deep that they just don’t know how to get out? Despite the cost, despite the mounting unsolved waste problem, despite the countries seeking nuclear weapons, the Big Powers forge on with the myths of “clean” “cheap”, “climate friendly” nuclear power.

From the statement of  Gordon Brown, and the US China joint statement (both quoted below) it looks as if the myths will continue to be perpetrated, and that even the  failed idea of the Global Nuclear Energy Partnership might get a re-run.

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Grand global hogwash about nuclear power

‘We can lead construction of a new global order’  Public service.co.uk November 17, 2009 The UK can shape the world of the future by leading in global co-operation, the Prime Minister said in his annual speech on foreign policy at the Lord Mayor’s banquet.  Gordon Brown – “………..Britain must continue to lead the renewal of a grand global bargain between nuclear weapon and non-nuclear weapon states. A fair and balanced deal in which non nuclear weapons states must accept clear responsibilities to end proliferation by renouncing nuclear weapons in return for the right to access civil nuclear power;…..

‘We can lead construction of a new global order’ – Public Service

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USA and China to ‘explore’ nuclear energy

U.S.-China Joint Statement CBS News Political Hotsheet  by Brian Montopoli November 17, 2009 Following President Obama’s meeting with Chinese President Hu Jintao, the White House released a joint statement on the relationship between the two countries, ……..
………The two sides welcomed the establishment of The U.S.-China Energy Cooperation Program (ECP), a partnership between government and industry to enhance energy security and combat climate change. The ECP will leverage private sector resources and expertise to accelerate the deployment of clean energy technology.

The two sides agreed to work together to advance global efforts to promote the peaceful use of nuclear energy. They welcomed the recently-concluded Third Executive Committee Meeting of the Global Nuclear Energy Partnership, and the commitment of the partnership to explore ways to enhance the international framework for civil nuclear energy cooperation. They agreed to consult with one another in order to explore such approaches — including assurance of fuel supply and cradle-to-grave nuclear fuel management so that countries can access peaceful nuclear power while minimizing the risks of proliferation.

In Full: U.S.-China Joint Statement – Political Hotsheet – CBS News

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UK’s nuclear plan – a’reckless strategy’

Nuclear sites are a colossal mistake Halifax Courier (UK) 17 November 2009 Cllr. Nader Fekri J.P. (Lib Dem, Calder Ward) Now that the Government has unveiled its plans to fast-track a new generation of 10 nuclear power stations, I think that it is fair to say that this may well be their most colossal mistake regardless of where they are built. Continue reading →

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Costs of US nuclear wastes going up by billions

DOE’s Non-Performance on Nuclear Fuel Storage Costs Billions REUTERS  By Ecopolitology – Matter Network

By Kimberly R. Reome and Krista M. Haley 17 Nov 09

As the U.S. electric industry is contemplating building new nuclear power plants for the first time in decades, the industry continues to be faced with uncertainty regarding the ultimate long-term disposal solution for the nation’s spent nuclear fuel (SNF). Continue reading →

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Ship board anti-nuclear protest

Greenpeace boards reactor equipment ship( Google News AFP) – 17 Nov 09 COPENHAGEN — Six Greenpeace activists Monday boarded a ship carrying French-made steam turbines bound for a new nuclear power station in Finland, Continue reading →

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New uranium mines stalling with low uranium prices

Uranium too low to incentivise new mines – Uranium One

Mining Weekly By: Liezel Hill
17th November 2009

 

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Terrorism fears for India’s nuclear industry

India puts nuclear facilities on alert over suspected terror threat. Canada.com By David Akin, Canwest News Service November 17, 2009 Continue reading →

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