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USA govt still pushing nuclear energy as “clean”

Energy Secretary Steven Chu Announces $38 Million for 42 University-Led Nuclear Research and Development Projects, Nuclear Power Industry News, 28 May 2010, We are taking action to restart the nuclear industry as part of a broad approach to cut carbon pollution and create new clean energy jobs,” said Secretary Chu.

“These projects will help us develop the nuclear technologies of the future and move our domestic nuclear industry forward – Edited by April Murelio -U.S. Secretary of Energy Steven Chu has announced the selection of 42 university-led research and development projects for awards totaling $38 million. These projects, funded over three to four years through the Department’s Nuclear Energy University Program, will help advance nuclear education and develop the next generation of nuclear technologies.

May 28, 2010 - Posted by Christina Macpherson | politics, USA | antinuclear, climate change, nuclear costs, nuclear spin