Nuclear Energy Today

Author : Alan M. Herbst,George W. Hopley
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2007-06-15
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780470129920

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Nuclear Energy Now by Alan M. Herbst,George W. Hopley Pdf

A timely and thought-provoking solution to the world's energy shortfall The dramatic increases in oil and natural gas prices, the finite supply of fossil fuels, and concerns over emissions and global warming are forcing us to consider alternatives. In this measured and knowledgeable book, energy experts Alan Herbst and George Hopley argue that the time has come for the U.S. to revitalize its nuclear generation assets in order to successfully meet growing domestic electricity requirements and lessen our dependence on foreign sources of energy. Nuclear Energy Now provides an informed look at the benefits and drawbacks associated with this controversial alternative to traditional energy sources. It opens with a brief overview of commercial nuclear development in the U.S. during the past half-century and moves on to discuss what the future may hold if new initiatives-supported by the Energy Policy Act of 2005-gain traction. Along the way, readers will find informed insights into why the need for nuclear power has become so critical and how we can safely add capacity in the coming years. Exploring all of the issues related to developing America's nuclear energy capabilities safely and cost-effectively, Nuclear Energy Now is a must-read for anyone concerned about our oil dependency, the environment, and future of the nation.

Author : OECD Nuclear Energy Agency
Publisher : OECD
Page : 120 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : UOM:39015056841797

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Nuclear Energy Today by OECD Nuclear Energy Agency Pdf

As energy demand increases in line with the expansion of the world's leading economies and the growth of developing economies, a key challenge remains of how to provide the energy levels required while protecting our environment and conserving natural resources. Nuclear energy is a complex and controversial technology but also has the potential to provide considerable benefits. This publication explores a range of issues involved in the use of nuclear energy, including safety aspects, whether its use is economically competitive, its role in meeting greenhouse gas reduction targets, how to manage the radioactive waste it generates, whether its use increase the risk of proliferation of nuclear weapons, security of resources, and its potential role in the future.

Author : Scott L. Montgomery,Thomas Graham, Jr
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 389 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2017-09-14
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781108418225

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Seeing the Light: The Case for Nuclear Power in the 21st Century by Scott L. Montgomery,Thomas Graham, Jr Pdf

The first accessible book to discuss all aspects of nuclear power to help combat climate change and lethal air pollution.

Author : Nuclear Energy Agency,Organization for Economic Cooperation & Development
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2012-10
Category : Nuclear energy
ISBN : 9264177841

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Nuclear Energy Today by Nuclear Energy Agency,Organization for Economic Cooperation & Development Pdf

Annotation Meeting the growing demand for energy, and electricity in particular, while addressing the need to curb greenhouse gas emission and to ensure security of energy supply, is one of the most difficult challenges facing the world's economics. No single technology can respond to this challenge, and the solution which policy makers are seeking lies in the diversification of energy sources. Although nuclear energy currently provides over 20% of electricity in the OECD area and does not emit any carbon dioxide during production, it continues to be seen by many as a controversial technology. Public concern remains over its safely and the management of radioactive waste, and financing such a capital-intensive technology is a complex issue. The role tht nuclear power will play in the future depends on the answers to these questions, several of which are provided in this up-to-date review of the status of nuclear energy, as well as on the outcome of research and development on the nuclear fuel cycle and reactor technologies.

Author : Kenneth Jay
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 414 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2019-07-09
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781000007459

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Nuclear Power by Kenneth Jay Pdf

Originally published in 1961. This book gives the layman a better understanding of the nature of nuclear power and explains some of the major problems which have to be overcome in making practical use of it. It is concerned mainly with the different kinds of nuclear reactors - their underlying principles are explained and illustrated by reference to particular plants or design studies. Interested readers will find that the discussion of principles is full enough, and the range covered wide enough, to provide a broad view of the subject and a useful introduction to some more technical literature.

Author : Reinhard Haas,Lutz Mez,Amela Ajanovic
Publisher : Springer
Page : 385 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2019-01-01
Category : Agriculture (General)
ISBN : 9783658259877

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The Technological and Economic Future of Nuclear Power by Reinhard Haas,Lutz Mez,Amela Ajanovic Pdf

This open access book discusses the eroding economics of nuclear power for electricity generation as well as technical, legal, and political acceptance issues. The use of nuclear power for electricity generation is still a heavily disputed issue. Aside from technical risks, safety issues, and the unsolved problem of nuclear waste disposal, the economic performance is currently a major barrier. In recent years, the costs have skyrocketed especially in the European countries and North America. At the same time, the costs of alternatives such as photovoltaics and wind power have significantly decreased. Contents History and Current Status of the World Nuclear Industry The Dramatic Decrease of the Economics of Nuclear Power Nuclear Policy in the EU The Legacy of Csernobyl and Fukushima Nuclear Waste and Decommissioning of Nuclear Power Plants Alternatives: Heading Towards Sustainable Electricity Systems Target Groups Researchers and students in the fields of political, economic and technical sciences Energy (policy) experts, nuclear energy experts and practitioners, economists, engineers, consultants, civil society organizations The Editors Prof. Dr. Reinhard Haas is University Professor of energy economics at the Institute of Energy Systems and Electric Drives at Technische Universität Wien, Austria. PD Dr. Lutz Mez is Associate Professor at the Department for Political and Social Sciences of Freie Universität Berlin, Germany. PD Dr. Amela Ajanovic is a senior researcher and lecturer at the Institute of Energy Systems and Electrical Drives at Technische Universität Wien, Austria.--

Author : Alan M. Herbst,George W. Hopley
Publisher : LibreDigital
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2007-06-15
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0470129921

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Nuclear Energy Now by Alan M. Herbst,George W. Hopley Pdf

A timely and thought-provoking solution to the world's energy shortfall The dramatic increases in oil and natural gas prices, the finite supply of fossil fuels, and concerns over emissions and global warming are forcing us to consider alternatives. In this measured and knowledgeable book, energy experts Alan Herbst and George Hopley argue that the time has come for the U.S. to revitalize its nuclear generation assets in order to successfully meet growing domestic electricity requirements and lessen our dependence on foreign sources of energy. Nuclear Energy Now provides an informed look at the benefits and drawbacks associated with this controversial alternative to traditional energy sources. It opens with a brief overview of commercial nuclear development in the U.S. during the past half-century and moves on to discuss what the future may hold if new initiatives-supported by the Energy Policy Act of 2005-gain traction. Along the way, readers will find informed insights into why the need for nuclear power has become so critical and how we can safely add capacity in the coming years. Exploring all of the issues related to developing America's nuclear energy capabilities safely and cost-effectively, Nuclear Energy Now is a must-read for anyone concerned about our oil dependency, the environment, and future of the nation.

Author : Jack Devanney
Publisher : Bookbaby
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2022-08-18
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1667854534

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Why Nuclear Power Has Been a Flop by Jack Devanney Pdf

This book focuses on the Gordian knot of our time, the closely coupled problems of electricity poverty for billions of humans, and global warming for all humans. The central thesis of the book is that nuclear power is not only the only solution, it is a highly desirable solution, cheaper, safer, less intrusive on nature than all the alternatives. Just about everybody, including most pro-nuclear folks, accept the fact that nuclear electricity is inherently expensive. Nuclear power is not inherently expensive. It is inherently cheap. This book argues that conventional nuclear power should cost less than three cents per kilowatt hour. But nuclear power is expensive, prohibitively so in most parts of the planet. The reason why nuclear power is so expensive is a regulatory regime in which the regulator is mandated to increase costs to the point where nuclear power is at best barely economic. The operative buzzword is ALARA, As Low As Reasonably Achievable. In such a system, any technological improvement which should lower cost simply provides regulators with more room to drive costs up. This same regime does an excellent job of stifling competition and technological progress by erecting layers of barriers to entry. The goal is not just to make nuclear electricity as cheap as coal or gas fired electricity. The goal must be to keep pushing the cost of nuclear power down and down, allowing us to replace fossil fuels almost everywhere. Imagine what we could do with 2 cents per kWh power in electrifying transportation and producing carbon neutral synfuels. This can only be done in a harshly competitive environment. We must force the providers of nuclear power to compete with everybody. If nuclear power is to be allowed to cleave the Gordian knot of electricity poverty and global warming, then we must completely change the way we regulate nuclear electricity. This book makes the case for this change and outlines what the replacement system needs to look like. ~

Author : Darryl Siemer
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 251 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2019-09-23
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781119657866

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Nuclear Power by Darryl Siemer Pdf

As the world’s energy sources continue to develop, with less reliance on traditional fossil fuels and more reliance on cleaner, more efficient, alternative energy sources, nuclear power continues to be a dividing point for many people. Some believe it is the answer to our energy problems for the future, while others warn of the risks. Written by a retired scientist who spent most of his career at the Idaho National Laboratory (INL), this book aims to delve into the issues surrounding nuclear power and dispel its myths, while building an argument for why the United States should develop a nuclear power plan for the future. As a “whistleblower,” the author spent much of the last ten years of his career at the INL raising concerns about how its mission of serving as the Department of Energy’s lead laboratory in radioactive waste management was not being properly managed. While the United States continues to tread water on the issue of nuclear energy, the author believes that a nuclear “renaissance” is not only possible but is necessary for meeting the world’s growing demand for energy, especially clean energy. With fossil fuels slowly dying out and renewable energy sources not able to handle the demand for a continuously growing energy-consuming public, nuclear is an obvious solution. This book is a must-have for any engineer working in nuclear power, students hoping to go into that industry, and other engineers and scientists interested in the subject. This book is both “technical” and “political” because they’re equally important in determining what actually happens in institutions dealing with technical problems.

Author : Ian Hore-Lacy
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 169 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2010-07-28
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780080497532

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Nuclear Energy in the 21st Century by Ian Hore-Lacy Pdf

The onset of the 21st century has coincided with mounting scientific evidence of the severe environmental impact of global energy consumption. In response, governments and environmentalists on every continent have begun to re-evaluate the benefits of nuclear power as a clean, non-emitting energy resource. Today nuclear power plants operate in some 30 countries, and nuclear energy has become a safe and reliable source of one-sixth of the world’s electricity. This base has the potential to be expanded widely as part of a worldwide clean-energy revolution. Nuclear Energy in the 21st Century is an authoritative resource for educators, students, policy-makers and interested lay-people. This balanced and accessible text provides:* An inroad into nuclear science for the non-specialist* A valuable account of many aspects of nuclear technology, including industry applications* Answers to public concerns about safety, proliferation, and waste management* Up-to-date data and references This edition comes with a Foreword by Dr. Patrick Moore, co-founder of Greenpeace, which attests to today’s worldwide re-evaluation of nuclear power.The World Nuclear University (WNU) is a global partnership of industry, inter-governmental, and academic institutions committed to enhancing education in nuclear science and technology. WNU partners include the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the World Association of Nuclear Operators (WANO), the Nuclear Energy Agency (NEA) of the OECD, and the World Nuclear Association (WNA). With a secretariat staffed by government-sponsored secondees, the London-based WNU Coordinating Centre fosters a diversity of collaborative projects to strengthen nuclear education and rebuild future leadership in nuclear science and technology. · Global in perspective and rich in data· Draws on the intellectual resources of the World Nuclear Association· Includes Physics of uranium; uranium enrichment; waste management· Provides technical perspective with an understanding of environmental issues

Author : M. W. Hubbell
Publisher : Author House
Page : 543 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2011-07-28
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781463426583

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The Fundamentals of Nuclear Power Generation by M. W. Hubbell Pdf

Since the dawn of nuclear energy to recent events in the nuclear industry...if you have ever been curious about nuclear power, then this is the book for you. From the people who work in the nuclear industry to the nuclear groups that help guide the nuclear industry....this book is dedicated to all those that have brought this industry to where it is today. Nuclear power is technology that can bring electricity to every household... but we must first make sure everyone knows what the facts are...read this book.

Author : Ward F. Davidson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 1947
Category : Nuclear energy
ISBN : UOM:39015077318593

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Nuclear Energy for Power Production by Ward F. Davidson Pdf

Author : D. Z. Robinson
Publisher : Heinemann Educational Publishers
Page : 494 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 1971
Category : Science
ISBN : WISC:89038230678

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Nuclear Energy Today and Tomorrow by D. Z. Robinson Pdf

Author : Thomas B. Kingery
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 448 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2011-08-10
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781118043486

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Nuclear Energy Encyclopedia by Thomas B. Kingery Pdf

The A-to-Z reference resource for nuclear energy information A significant milestone in the history of nuclear technology, Nuclear Energy Encyclopedia: Science, Technology, and Applications is a comprehensive and authoritative reference guide written by a committee of the world's leading energy experts. The encyclopedia is packed with cutting-edge information about where nuclear energy science and technology came from, where they are today, and what the future may hold for this vital technology. Filled with figures, graphs, diagrams, formulas, and photographs, which accompany the short, easily digestible entries, the book is an accessible reference work for anyone with an interest in nuclear energy, and includes coverage of safety and environmental issues that are particularly topical in light of the Fukushima Daiichi incident. A definitive work on all aspects of the world's energy supply, the Nuclear Energy Encyclopedia brings together decades of knowledge about energy sources and technologies ranging from coal and oil, to biofuels and wind, and ultimately nuclear power.

Author : Helen Caldicott
Publisher : ReadHowYouWant.com
Page : 330 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2010-10-29
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781458721242

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Nuclear Power Is Not the Answer by Helen Caldicott Pdf

The world-renowned antinuclear activist's expertly argued(The Guardian) case against nuclear energy. In a world torn apart by wars over oil, politicians have increasingly begun to look for alternative energy sources and their leading choice is nuclear energy. Among the myths that have been spread over the years about nuclear-powered electricity are that it does not cause global warming or pollution, that it is inexpensive, and that it is safe. Helen Caldicott's look at the actual costs and environmental consequences of nuclear energy belies the incessant barrage of nuclear industry propaganda. Caldicott reveals truths, Martin Sheen has said, that confirm we must take positive action now if we are to make a difference. In fact, nuclear power contributes to global warming; the true cost of nuclear power is prohibitive, with taxpayers picking up most of the tab; there's simply not enough uranium in the world to sustain nuclear power over the long term; and the potential for a catastrophic accident or a terrorist attack far outweighs any benefits. Concluding chapters detail alternative sustainable energy sources that are the key to a clean, green future.