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Philippines Typhoon Haiyan wrought havoc throughout the Philippines  Philippines lead negotiator Yeb Sano has just addressed the opening session of the UN climate summit, calling  for action on climate change, links global warming to typhoons.  Luckily, the Bataan Nuclear Power Plant was never fully activated.

Fukushima. Much apprehension as the time gets closer to the commencement of removing nuclear fuel rods from the unstable reactor No 4. Latest medical report: Fukushima children – 26 confirmed cases of thyroid cancer, 32 with suspicious biopsy results.

Nuclear industry and government officials focus on “fear” and “stress” as causes of illness among Fukushima residents, not radiation. This is part of the move to get the evacuees returned home. However, that return is becoming increasingly unlikely.  Meanwhile the cost of the Fukushima cleanup soars – estimated to be $250 – $500 billion.

Energy efficiency. New York’s move to energy-saving LED lamps.has highlighted the fact that energy efficiency removes the need for nuclear power plants. Information on this is  well worth reading.

Cyberwarning. USA and Israel created the Stuxnet virus to damage Iran’s nuclear programme – but it has also infected Russia’s nuclear computers, and could affect nuclear reactors worldwide

Iran nuclear talks dragged on, but in a warmer diplomatic climate   – “ Unfinished, but Alive”

November 13, 2013 - Posted by Christina Macpherson | Christina's notes