Nuclear Downsizing Accelerates
EDF and Duke are the latest utilities to step back from US investments, citing poor economics.
EDF and Duke are the latest utilities to step back from US investments, citing poor economics.
DOE is investing in nuclear plants that can be built more quickly and cost-effectively.
Nuclear remains a large part of Central Europe's plans for energy independence.
In a major policy shift, Japan decides to make renewable energy 30% of its energy mix.
The French utility behind the proposed reactor failed to find a US partner after more than two years.
Plant renewals and new construction permits are on hold until the NRC can rethink its nuclear waste storage strategy.
The first plants approved in 30 years face massive cost overruns and probable delays.
The plants have been approved without implementing any rules based on the Japan nuclear meltdown.
Nuclear waste is piling up around the nation, which must be permanently stored.
Prime Minister Kan says renewables must be promoted in new energy policy.