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Major Energy and Environmental News and Commentary affecting the Nuclear Industry.

Saturday, June 27, 2015

Congressional Tea Party Vows To Destroy America’s Export-Import Bank


Congressional Tea Party Vows To Destroy America’s Export-Import Bank
Tea Party leaders in Congress are trying to kill the Export-Import Bank of the United States by deceptively depicting it as a taxpayer subsidy. The Ex-Im Bank provides financing for U.S. companies, mostly small businesses, to sell products and services to foreign customers, but doesn’t end up costing taxpayers anything. There are no subsidies, no tax breaks, no financial aid of any sort, and no risk to taxpayers at all. In fact, the Ex-Im pays billions into the U.S. Treasury's general fund every year. There has never before been any opposition to the Ex-Im. Until now. And our nuclear industry will be especially hurt. Without an Ex-Im, the U.S. won’t even be allowed to bid on large contracts. The weird thing is Republican districts benefit the most from the Ex-Im.

Depositional fluxes and residence time of atmospheric radioiodine (I-131) from the Fukushima accident


Depositional fluxes and residence time of atmospheric radioiodine (I-131) from the Fukushima accident



http://www.researchgate.net/publication/225058032_Depositional_fluxes_and_residence_time_of_atmospheric_radioiodine_%28I-131%29_from_the_Fukushima_accident

Friday, June 26, 2015

ANS Cafe Update: Friday Nuclear Matinee — Sandia National Laboratory TA-V

Friday Nuclear Matinee — Sandia National Laboratory TA-V

By ansnuclearcafe on Jun 26, 2015 08:31 am

“Technical Area Five” or TA-V at Sandia National Laboratories encompasses a fascinating array of nuclear research activitites, which are detailed in this five-and-a-half minute video.
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The Common Goals of the Pope and Clean Energy

Posted: 26 Jun 2015 04:40 AM PDT
Pope Francis turned a keen eye toward the environment and the problem of climate change with his encyclical,“Laudato Si” (“Praised Be”), released yesterday. As a clean energy advocate, I’m heartened that Pope Francis recognizes the need to transform our energy system.read morehttp://www.theenergycollective.com/edfenergyex/2241802/common-goals-pope-and-clean-energy

A New Look for Nuclear Power

Posted: 26 Jun 2015 06:56 AM PDT
A novel nuclear power plant that will float eight or more miles out to sea promises to be safer, cheaper, and easier to deploy than today’s land-based plants. In a concept developed by MIT researchers, the floating plant combines two well-established technologies — a nuclear reactor and a deep-sea oil platform.read morehttp://www.theenergycollective.com/energyatmit/2242990/new-look-nuclear-power

Nuclear Has Scaled Far More Rapidly Than Renewables

 

Nuclear Has Scaled Far More Rapidly Than Renewables


The Clean Energy Transition Needs the Atom


http://thebreakthrough.org/index.php/programs/energy-and-climate/nuclear-has-scaled-far-more-rapidly-than-renewables

Rise of the Nuclear Greens


Robert Bryce
Rise of the Nuclear Greens
Some environmentalists see atomic energy as the answer to global warming.

http://www.city-journal.org/2013/23_1_snd-atomic-energy.html

Senior Iranian Official: Progress Slow at Nuclear Talks

Senior Iranian Official: Progress Slow at Nuclear Talk


http://www.nytimes.com/aponline/2015/06/25/world/europe/ap-iran-nuclear-talks-.html

Former Obama aides: US needs tougher Iran nuclear deal

http://www.jpost.com/Middle-East/US-needs-tougher-Iran-nuclear-deal-former-Obama-aides-say-407066

West concerned with Iran's rhetoric ahead of nuclear deadline

http://www.jpost.com/Middle-East/West-concerned-with-Irans-rhetoric-ahead-of-nuclear-deadline-407048

Iran talks may miss June 30 deadline: U.S.

http://english.alarabiya.net/en/News/middle-east/2015/06/25/Iran-talks-may-miss-deadline-U-S-.html

Obama’s Legacy Is Looking Pretty Good Today. Just One Problem: Iran.

http://www.slate.com/blogs/the_slatest/2015/06/25/obama_s_legacy_is_looking_pretty_good_today_just_one_problem_iran.html

Shareholders of 9 utilities reject proposals to abolish nuclear reactors


Shareholders of 9 utilities reject proposals to abolish nuclear reactors

http://ajw.asahi.com/article/0311disaster/fukushima/AJ201506260071

Final Funding For Vogtle Units 3 And 4 In Place


Final Funding For Vogtle Units 3 And 4 In Place


http://nuclearstreet.com/nuclear_power_industry_news/b/nuclear_power_news/archive/2015/06/26/final-funding-for-vogtle-units-2-and-4-in-place-062602.aspx#.VY3ZR6aKI-8

America's First New Nuclear Plant In 30 Years Is Well Under Way

America's First New Nuclear Plant In 30 Years Is Well Under Way


http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2015/06/americas-first-new-nuclear-plant-in-30-years-is-well-under-way/

Germany's Nuclear Power Retreat Enters Final Phase With Grafenheinfeld Closure

Germany's Nuclear Power Retreat Enters Final Phase With Grafenheinfeld Closure


Hanoi hosts Russia-Vietnam nuclear power conference - http://rbth.com/news/2015/06/26/hanoi_hosts_russia-vietnam_nuclear_power_conference_47249.html)

Hanoi hosts Russia-Vietnam nuclear power conference -



http://rbth.com/news/2015/06/26/hanoi_hosts_russia-vietnam_nuclear_power_conference_47249.html

Why Should We Care About the Iran Nuclear Deal?

 Why Should We Care About the Iran Nuclear Deal? 

Why Should We Care About the Iran Nuclear Deal?


http://www.equities.com/editors-desk/economy-markets/politics/why-should-we-care-about-the-iran-nuclear-deal

Saudi Arabia seeks nuclear deals, alliances to counter Iran

Saudi Arabia seeks nuclear deals, alliances to counter Iran  

http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/world-news/saudi-arabia-seeks-nuclear-deals-alliances-to-counter-iran/articleshow/47829029.cms

Should the US Spend 1 Trillion on Nuclear Weapons?


Should the US Spend 1 Trillion on Nuclear Weapons?


http://thediplomat.com/2015/06/should-the-us-spend-1-trillion-on-nuclear-weapons/

The Pentagon Goes Nuclear on Russia

The Pentagon Goes Nuclear on Russia


http://www.globalresearch.ca/the-pentagon-goes-nuclear-on-russia/5458557

Russia’s ‘Saber-Rattling’ Threatens Stability, U.S. Says


http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2015-06-25/russia-s-nuclear-saber-rattling-threatens-stability-u-s-says


Pentagon: Russia 'playing with fire' with nuclear rhetoric


http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/russia-playing-fire-nuclear-rhetoric-says-pentagon-1508113


More Nukes, More Troops: NATO And Russia Take A Step Closer To War

Russia's deputy defense minister says his country was being "pushed into an arms race" by NATO.

http://www.mintpressnews.com/more-nukes-more-troops-nato-and-russia-take-a-step-closer-to-war/206997/

Westinghouse Wins Safety Upgrade Contract at Palo Verde Nuclear Generation Station

Westinghouse Wins Safety Upgrade Contract at Palo Verde Nuclear Generation Station


http://www.westinghousenuclear.com/About/News/View/Westinghouse-Wins-Safety-Upgrade-Contract-at-Palo-Verde-Nuclear-Generation-Station

Saudi Arabia to Turn to Russian Expertise in Nuclear Energy

Saudi Arabia to Turn to Russian Expertise in Nuclear Energy
Moscow, Russia (Sputnik) Jun 25, 2015 - Saudi Arabia plans to turn to Russia's expertise in building several power-generating nuclear reactors, Saudi Foreign Minister Adel al-Jubeir told RT Arabic. According to al-Jubeir, Russia has a big potential in nuclear field and has developed a range of advanced nuclear technologies. "It is natural that Saudi Arabia aims to turn to the Russian expertise in this field. We have plans to bui ... morehttp://www.nuclearpowerdaily.com/reports/Saudi_Arabia_to_Turn_to_Russian_Expertise_in_Nuclear_Energy_999.html

US regulators request natural phenomena response data

US regulators request natural phenomena response data
The US nuclear regulatory commission has asked the owners of nuclear fuel facilities to provide more information on how they respond to natural phenomena. The commission said that apart from the need for this information, it is otherwise satisfied  that "little or no further action" is needed to apply the lessons learned from the Fukushima accident.http://www.world-nuclear-news.org/RS-US-regulators-request-natural-phenomena-response-data-2606157.html

France to study reactor construction in Saudi Arabia

France to study reactor construction in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia and France signed three nuclear-related cooperation agreements in Paris on 24 June. One is to carry out a feasibility study for the construction of two power reactors in the Middle Eastern country.http://www.world-nuclear-news.org/NP-France-to-study-reactor-construction-in-Saudi-Arabia-2606154.html

The grid will not be disrupted: why Tesla’s Powerwall won’t catalyze a solar revolution

The grid will not be disrupted: why Tesla’s Powerwall won’t catalyze a solar revolution


http://www.energypost.eu/grid-will-disrupted-teslas-powerwall-wont-catalyze-solar-revolution/

INTERVIEW-German reactor closure leaves grid more vulnerable

INTERVIEW-German reactor closure leaves grid more vulnerable



http://uk.reuters.com/article/2015/06/25/germany-nuclear-grafenrheinfeld-idUKL8N0ZB27B20150625

Latest ‘Nuclear Deal’ Sweetener for Intransigent Iran: Nuclear Reactors


Latest ‘Nuclear Deal’ Sweetener for Intransigent Iran: Nuclear Reactors

http://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2015/06/25/latest-nuclear-deal-sweetener-for-intransigent-iran-nuclear-reactors/

Saudi seeks nuclear deals, alliances to counter Iran


Saudi seeks nuclear deals, alliances to counter Iran

http://www.ngrguardiannews.com/2015/06/saudi-seeks-nuclear-deals-alliances-to-counter-iran/

Poll: 85% of sustainability professionals support nuclear subsidies

Poll: 85% of sustainability professionals support nuclear subsidies


http://www.edie.net/news/6/85--of-sustainability-professionals-support-nuclear-subsidies/

Too risky to bury nuclear waste near Great Lakes

Too risky to bury nuclear waste near Great Lakes


http://www.detroitnews.com/story/opinion/2015/06/26/pavlov-great-lakes-nuclear-waste/29283601/

How Russia Could Make or Break the Iran Deal

How Russia Could Make or Break the Iran Deal

Washington wants to make sure the world will reimpose sanctions the second Tehran violates the terms of its agreement. But will Moscow surrender its treasured U.N. veto?


https://foreignpolicy.com/2015/06/24/how-russia-could-make-or-break-the-iran-deal/?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_term=Flashpoints&utm_campaign=New%20Campaign

Is UK SMR deployment viable?

Is UK SMR deployment viable?


https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/uk-smr-deployment-viable-tom-sapsted

Washington state objects to extra time to empty Hanford tanks

Washington state objects to extra time to empty Hanford tanks


http://www.tri-cityherald.com/2015/06/22/3620760_washington-state-objects-to-extra.html?rh=1

Fukushima update 6/25/15

Fukushima update 6/25/15

No Fukushima Cesium found in fish caught off the British Columbia coastline… Tokyo eases restrictions on farming and businesses in Fukushima no-go zone… The new JAIF president says a Japanese nuclear renaissance is coming… Japanese antinuclear utility shareholders have all of their no-nukes proposals rejected... High level waste (HLW) NIMBY is spreading in Japan… Japan asks China to ease food import restrictions… Fukushima university students will aid elderly evacuees… and more. http://www.hiroshimasyndrome.com/fukushima-accident-updates.html

Fracking Foes Are Losing the War


Fracking Foes Are Losing the War


http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2015/jun/24/fracking-appears-to-be-losing-legal-and-political-/?page=all#pagebreak

Investing In Nuclear Power Just Got More Interesting

Investing In Nuclear Power Just Got More Interesting


http://oilprice.com/Alternative-Energy/Nuclear-Power/Investing-In-Nuclear-Power-Just-Got-More-Interesting.html

Latest DOE Report Slams Canada’s Oil Sands

Latest DOE Report Slams Canada’s Oil Sands


http://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Latest-DOE-Report-Slams-Canadas-Oil-Sands.html

Is European Energy Sustainable?

Is European Energy Sustainable?


http://www.forbes.com/sites/brighammccown/2015/06/25/is-european-energy-sustainable/

Nuclear situation changing locally, globally

Nuclear situation changing locally, globally


http://www.fierceenergy.com/story/nuclear-situation-changing-locally-globally/2015-06-26

Nuclear Weapons 144 - Saudi Arabi Has The PrerequsitesTo Develop Nuclear Weapons

 Nuclear Weapons 144 - Saudi Arabi Has The PrerequsitesTo Develop Nuclear Weapons
Nuclear Weapons 144 - Saudi Arabi Has The PrerequsitesTo Develop Nuclear Weapons - See more at: http://nucleotidings.com/article/nuclear-weapons-144-saudi-arabi-has-prerequsitesto-develop-nuclear-weapons#sthash.gUFN3wtB.dpuf

http://nucleotidings.com/article/nuclear-weapons-144-saudi-arabi-has-prerequsitesto-develop-nuclear-weapons

15-036: NRC, FEMA Seek Comment on Draft Update to Guidance for Nuclear Power Plant Emergency Preparedness



http://pbadupws.nrc.gov/docs/ML1515/ML15154A933.pdf

Huge Increase In Quakes A Game-Changer For Oklahoma Oil & Gas


Huge Increase In Quakes A Game-Changer For Oklahoma Oil & Gas

http://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Huge-Increase-In-Quakes-A-Game-Changer-For-Oklahoma-Oil-Gas.html

EDF Reactor Seen Facing ‘Difficulties’ by Nuclear Safety Chief


EDF Reactor Seen Facing ‘Difficulties’ by Nuclear Safety Chief



http://washpost.bloomberg.com/Story?docId=1376-NQIC576K50XZ01-4AVNU7PQR0TSB3NO1B1HM30U51

MIT Thinking Outside Of The Box With Floating Nuclear Plant

MIT Thinking Outside Of The Box With Floating Nuclear Plant


http://nuclearstreet.com/nuclear_power_industry_news/b/nuclear_power_news/archive/2015/06/25/mit-thinking-outside-of-the-box-with-floating-nuclear-plant-062502.aspx#.VY1NCaaKI-8

Diablo Canyon operated safely in 2014, NRC says

Diablo Canyon operated safely in 2014, NRC says



http://calcoastnews.com/2015/06/diablo-canyon-operated-safely-in-2014-nrc-says/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+CalCoastNews+%28Cal+Coast+News%29

The Future Of Uranium: 3 Major Takeaways From The 2015 World Nuclear Fuel Market Conference


The Future Of Uranium: 3 Major Takeaways From The 2015 World Nuclear Fuel Market Conference


http://seekingalpha.com/article/3285255-the-future-of-uranium-3-major-takeaways-from-the-2015-world-nuclear-fuel-market-conference

Catholic Bishops of Japan: Abolish Nuclear Power Immediately

Catholic Bishops of Japan: Abolish Nuclear Power Immediately


https://miningawareness.wordpress.com/2015/06/26/catholic-bishops-of-japan-abolish-nuclear-power-immediately/

BLM Considers Raising Royalty Rates; IER Has A $24 Billion Better Idea

BLM Considers Raising Royalty Rates; IER Has A $24 Billion Better Idea



http://instituteforenergyresearch.org/analysis/blm-considers-raising-royalty-rates-ier-has-a-24-billion-better-idea/

Interior Dept. contributes $358b to economy


Interior Dept. contributes $358b to economy


http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/interior-contributes-358b-to-economy/article/2566933

Nuclear Energy Opposed by Protestant, Anglican, Orthodox Christian Churches; Divestment from Nuclear Called For

Nuclear Energy Opposed by Protestant, Anglican, Orthodox Christian Churches; Divestment from Nuclear Called For


https://miningawareness.wordpress.com/2015/06/26/nuclear-energy-opposed-by-protestant-anglican-orthodox-christian-churches-divestment-from-nuclear-called-for/

Penn Energy's Top Power Headlines

Top Power Headlines

Record year for renewable energy power; heat, transport stay fossil

$subtitles.get($x) The growth of renewable energy outpaced that of fossil fuels in the electricity sector last year, with a record 135 gigawatts of capacity added from wind, solar, hydropower and other natural sources, a new study shows. … Continue Reading
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New Mexico coal power plant owners settle Clean Air Act violations

$subtitles.get($x) The owners of a coal-fired power plant on the Navajo Nation reached a settlement Wednesday with federal agencies over complaints they flouted rules for permits and violated the Clean Air Act, leading to further pollution control upgrades that will cost millions of dollars. … Continue Reading
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Top Power News

Duke Energy plans to dig up, move coal ash from most pits

Vattenfall divests Danish coal power plant

City of Grand Island announces first renewable energy purchase

Yingli Solar to supply solar power panels to Honduras

Siemens powers largest combined cycle power plant in Turkey

Innovari deploys grid modernization project for Turkish utility

Westmoreland board approves San Juan mine purchase agreement

Protesters renew march against electricity prices in Armenia

AEE Report: Clean power plan will produce more renewable energy in the future

SunEdison announces completion of solar power project

sPower broadens renewable energy portfolio with Utah investment

GE and Cascade apply new technologies to improve gas turbine combustion

Day & Zimmerman awarded nuclear reactor fleet maintenance contracts by Southern Nuclear

White House raises billions for renewable energy

Siemens hands over fourth North Sea grid link to TenneT

Penn Energy's Top Oil & Gas News

Top Oil & Gas News

Natural gas production in North America not likely to slow down

$subtitles.get($x) With the North American natural gas market seeing growing supply, increased competition and falling prices, the National Energy Board believes natural gas delivery and exports will remain oversupplied. … Continue Reading
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Mexico announces underwater gas pipeline to Texas

$subtitles.get($x) The Mexican government has announced plans for nearly $10 billion worth of electricity and natural gas infrastructure projects, including a gas pipeline under the Gulf of Mexico from Texas to the port of Veracruz. … Continue Reading
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Energy News Roundup: New Report Highlights Rise Of Clean Energy, U.S. Crude Finishes Down & Armenia Facing Energy Protests

 
Energy News Roundup: New Report Highlights Rise Of Clean Energy, U.S. Crude Finishes Down & Armenia Facing Energy Protests
By Conor O'Sullivan, Thursday, June 25, 2015 6:00 AM
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On Monday the Advanced Energy Economy Institute released a new report on the United State’s clean energy revolution, documenting how renewable power and energy efficiency have become cost-competitive. “But the report can also be read as a damning indictment of America’s official energy information service, the EIA, which has been a consistent source of misinformation for the policymakers, planners and… Keep reading →http://breakingenergy.com/2015/06/25/energy-news-roundup-new-report-highlights-rise-of-clean-energy-u-s-crude-finishes-down-armenia-facing-energy-protests/?utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=19592708&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_ybN9WLO43v36UGr7o7cmlUndo6aINOtsW-F8elZ0fObSEBORFWfKFCrlyCSKEXRug7uEfoUtsKI0DGA974zBiO_BAvQ&_hsmi=19592708

Energy Storage Will Likely Follow Renewable Energy’s Rapid Growth Path

Energy Storage Will Likely Follow Renewable Energy’s Rapid Growth Path
By Samuel Glasser, Thursday, June 25, 2015 10:00 AM
California Faces Continued Energy Woes
As can be gleaned from recent reports in the popular and trade press, activity is swirling around energy storage systems, highlighted by Tesla’s April 30 announcement of its “Powerwall” residential energy backup system. “The development of economic, reliable energy storage systems is the missing link in the deployment of renewable energy, and in particular solar… Keep reading →http://breakingenergy.com/2015/06/25/energy-storage-will-likely-follow-renewable-energys-rapid-growth-path/?utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=19592708&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9ZmXUBUt1N21Um_h894TxRScjQXkDwa5zAlLatjltDUKvfb4FY5ckrIdAhkZOJBrzf9uWV8LVCF_kSRdsPxHyrF0DRrg&_hsmi=19592708

Google Makes A Big Bet On… Alabama?

Google Makes A Big Bet On… Alabama?
By Jacob Pramuk | CNBC, Thursday, June 25, 2015 2:00 PM
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Google is rolling the dice on Alabama. (Tweet this) The Internet and technology giant plans to build a new data center in the state at the site of a former coal-fired power plant. In a blog post Wednesday, Google said the center—its 14th globally—will repurpose the plant’s existing infrastructure to run on renewable energy. Google… Keep reading →http://breakingenergy.com/2015/06/25/google-makes-a-big-bet-on-alabama/?utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=19592708&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9jHwjGe5NVWynP2hbPnzmBhwiakDSfoy4ob0PWBMs6BxvY3fsx08AR7t9jnrBRfAjTGXqvw83sVR4Mad6IL4b9L3-uhA&_hsmi=19592708