Nuclear Power Choices And The Future

Author : Gerald Foley,Ariane van Buren
Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
Page : 217 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2013-10-22
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781483163109

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Nuclear or Not? by Gerald Foley,Ariane van Buren Pdf

Nuclear or Not? Choice for Our Energy Future documents the proceedings of a Royal Institution Forum held in October 1978. The Forum brought together the Friends of the Earth and the United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority to discuss their opposing views concerning energy policy and nuclear power in the UK. The volume begins by presenting the opening address given by Dr John Cunningham, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State at the UK Department of Energy, where he emphasized the Government's commitment to open debate and the need to 'ensure that the development of nuclear power does not outstrip public acceptance and understanding of what it involves'. The remainder to the text is devoted to the papers presented and discussions held during separate sessions on the energy problem, strategies for the future, alternative energy sources, the technological demands of nuclear power, the international proliferation of nuclear weapons, and policy steps for the UK. The text concludes with a review of the Forum.

Author : National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Commission on Engineering and Technical Systems,Energy Engineering Board,Committee on Future Nuclear Power Development
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 1992-02-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309043953

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Nuclear Power by National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Commission on Engineering and Technical Systems,Energy Engineering Board,Committee on Future Nuclear Power Development Pdf

The construction of nuclear power plants in the United States is stopping, as regulators, reactor manufacturers, and operators sort out a host of technical and institutional problems. This volume summarizes the status of nuclear power, analyzes the obstacles to resumption of construction of nuclear plants, and describes and evaluates the technological alternatives for safer, more economical reactors. Topics covered include: Institutional issues-including regulatory practices at the federal and state levels, the growing trends toward greater competition in the generation of electricity, and nuclear and nonnuclear generation options. Critical evaluation of advanced reactors-covering attributes such as cost, construction time, safety, development status, and fuel cycles. Finally, three alternative federal research and development programs are presented.

Author : Edward T. Burns
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : Energy policy
ISBN : 1627347453

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Nuclear Power Or a Promise Lost by Edward T. Burns Pdf

"This book captures the status of current electrical energy markets including the principal forces affecting decisions on selecting an energy source. It represents a seminal work that lays out the electrical energy decision tree for selecting an energy source in a world that is on the verge of catastrophic global warming because of the choices that have been made in the name of cheap energy. The impetus for this book includes the dire need to mitigate continued anthropogenic causes of global warming by turning to carbon free energy sources. The battle for the environment and public health encompasses the moral struggle involving current and future generations. The ability to monetize or otherwise engage populations and central governments regarding both the short term and long term attributes of the energy sources is critical to optimizing the choices selected. The discovery and development of nuclear energy---its power, its uses, and the risks are central to the discussion. The effects of radiation and the relationship of nuclear power to nuclear weapons are both discussed in an understandable manner. Nuclear energy is contrasted with other energy sources including fossil fuels and renewable energy sources regarding the risks and benefits imposed by each. Important personalities and world events that shaped nuclear power's development are recounted. The historical origins of nuclear power are outlined and the continued impetus to include nuclear power as part of the electric grid energy mix is assessed exposing the obstacles and road blocks to the continued use of nuclear power. Specific attention is paid to revealing the causes and lessons learned from the three severe accidents in commercial nuclear plants: TMI-2, Chernobyl, and Fukushima. An extensive discussion of nuclear waste disposal is provided as part of the decision tree for energy selection. The context for the future of nuclear power as a viable energy source is illuminated by the current battle between economic growth and the harm created by burning fossil fuels. The status of the world's climate and projections for the disruptive effects of global warming on future populations, migration, economics, and world strife are debated against the backdrop of an increasing world population and the drive by developing nations to achieve economic parity with the industrialized nations. Within the context of increased world strife, the quest by nations to obtain nuclear weapons is also discussed. The steps taken by the world to limit nuclear weapons proliferation are examined with emphasis on potential links between nuclear power generation and access to nuclear weapons. The final chapter discusses the moral responsibility of current generations with respect to future generations, specifically, the applicability of "intergenerational equity" in political and social decision-making regarding the actions that add to global warming and those risk averse actions that can be taken to minimize global warming"--

Author : Malcolm C. Grimston,Peter Beck
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 249 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2010-09-23
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781136534188

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Double or Quits? by Malcolm C. Grimston,Peter Beck Pdf

Global energy demand is likely to rise substantially by the mid-21st century. At the same time, the use of fossil fuels may need to be severely curtailed to reduce the emission of greenhouse gases. Nuclear power is one of the few options that meet these conflicting requirements. However, its potential to do so is an issue of wide disagreement and high emotions, with balanced information hard to find. This text, the culmination of a two-year study, provides a dispassionate and objective assessment of the major disputes on the future role of this controversial fuel. Decisionmakers and their advisers, as well as proponents and opponents of the fuel, should find that this book provides clarification of the main issues influencing the future of nuclear energy: relative economics, public perceptions and the process of decisionmaking, nuclear research and development, waste management, reprocessing and proliferation, nuclear safety and nuclear power and the Kyoto Protocol. In the light of the many uncertainties in the field of energy, the relevance of these issues can only continue to grow.

Author : John N Lillington
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 414 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2004-10-27
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780080532240

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The Future of Nuclear Power by John N Lillington Pdf

During the last century, nuclear power has been established as a reliable source of energy in the major industrialised countries. It has recently enjoyed a revival in attention and research due to the environmental concerns surrounding current conventional energy sources. Issues of regulation and safety are at the forefront of all discussions involving nuclear power, and will govern its place in the future. The Future of Nuclear Power takes a technical and comprehensive look at the current and future status of nuclear power throughout the world. The 17 chapters are divided into two main sections: a review of all current generation plants, and concepts for new advanced reactor design and safety. The broad-ranging topics covered by this publication, coupled with the current revival of interest in nuclear energy, make it a timely reference for all nuclear scientists. Reviews the issues surrounding the future operation of existing commercial nuclear plants Several chapters dedicated to the extensive research programs in place concerning safe and reliable operation Compares nuclear and non-nuclear options for energy needs in the future; evaluating the benefits and risks of both

Author : Nuclear Energy Policy Study Group,Spurgeon M. Keeny
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 462 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1977
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : UCAL:B3970105

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Nuclear Power Issues and Choices by Nuclear Energy Policy Study Group,Spurgeon M. Keeny Pdf

Author : Malcolm C. Grimston,Peter Beck
Publisher : Chatham House (Formerly Riia)
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : UOM:39015051915356

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Double Or Quits? by Malcolm C. Grimston,Peter Beck Pdf

During the last decade, nuclear power has in many countries been 'the energy source that dares not speak its name'. It is now back on the agenda, but the debate remains highly emotive, and dispassionate information is difficult to find. This book, the culmination of a two-year study, provides an assessment of the major disputes surrounding the future role of this fuel. The issues covered include economics, nuclear safety, public perceptions and the process of decision-making, nuclear research and development, the sustainability of nuclear power in the context of the Kyoto Protocol, waste management, reprocessing and proliferation.

Author : États-Unis. Congress. Office of Technology Assessment
Publisher : DIANE Publishing
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781428921535

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Energy Technology Choices by États-Unis. Congress. Office of Technology Assessment Pdf

Author : Måns Lönnroth,Peter Steen,Thomas B. Johansson
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 202 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 1980
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 0520038819

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Energy in Transition by Måns Lönnroth,Peter Steen,Thomas B. Johansson Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : DIANE Publishing
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2024-06-16
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781422349601

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Energy Technology Choices: Shaping Our Future by Anonim Pdf

Author : g. editor.r Foley
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 1978
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:1417523320

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Nuclear Or Not : Choices for Our Energy Future : a Royal Institution Forum by g. editor.r Foley Pdf

Author : Scott Fenn
Publisher : Greenwood
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1981
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : STANFORD:36105039170498

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The Nuclear Power Debate by Scott Fenn Pdf

Author : United States. Congress. Office of Technology Assessment
Publisher : Office of Technology Assessment
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Energy conservation
ISBN : MINN:31951003088857C

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Energy Technology Choices by United States. Congress. Office of Technology Assessment Pdf

Author : Robin Morris Collin,Robert William Collin
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 449 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2014-09-16
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9798216079705

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Energy Choices by Robin Morris Collin,Robert William Collin Pdf

A must-read for anyone seeking to understand the complex issues surrounding energy generation and use, this one-of-a-kind resource clarifies everything from the basic structure of the industry to the potential—and risks—of new technologies. Energy is a critical public concern in the 21st century, spurring demand for reliable, easy-to-understand information on subjects as varied as the drivers of prices, the potential for new technologies, the implications of a more diverse energy-supply portfolio, and the way government policies affect the energy marketplace. All of those issues and more are covered in this unique, two-volume compendium. Traditional energy sources such as oil, coal, and natural gas are explored in volume one and new and emerging energy sources are addressed in volume two. Each chapter provides a brief history of the energy source, describes how it functions, and examines market issues, government regulations, and environmental and community impacts. The work discusses energy security and energy independence, efficiency standards, and carbon policy as well as consumer-focused technologies such as energy storage options, smart appliances and homes, and electric cars. Readers will come away from this guide with an understanding of the energy industry and an appreciation of the ways government, industry, and society can manage both risks and benefits.

Author : Douglas MacLean,Peter G. Brown
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 1983
Category : Political Science
ISBN : MINN:31951001055871V

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Energy and the Future by Douglas MacLean,Peter G. Brown Pdf