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Taiwan cuts back on nuclear power

Gov’t seeking ways to cut back on nuclear power use: minister, China Post, 20 Aug 2012, TAIPEI–-A comprehensive review of Taiwan’s energy supply structure is underway to comply with the nation’s policy of reducing its dependence on nuclear power, Economics Minister Shih Yen-shiang said. Finding ways to use alternative energy sources is of great importance because the country’s three existing nuclear power plants will be
taken offline once their licenses expire, Shih noted..

… In the three-hour closed door meeting, Premier Sean Chen exchanged views with some 20 industry representatives about how to develop renewable energy and cut down on carbon emissions.

One of 10 conclusions reached at the meeting is that the government will continue to push for “a reduction of nuclear energy use in a stable manner,” according to a statement released by the Cabinet.

August 20, 2012 - Posted by Christina Macpherson | general