Is Nuclear Power America's Best Energy Alternative?

Is Nuclear Power America's Best Energy Alternative?

Nuclear power is more than just an occasional plot device on The Simpsons. It's a source of energy that lights up our televisions and heats our microwaves. As we explore ways to harness alternative forms of energy, however, the future of nuclear power grows increasingly uncertain. Is nuclear power our best energy alternative, or is it time to pursue other options?

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Costs of Nuclear to Solar
  • poemgranite
    Ahh, subsidies

    So you are against subsidies?

    Me too.

    - poemgraniteUS January 11, 2009 9:09PM

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    • MrBook
      total costs

      The total cost of supplying everyone with solar power IS greater then building one central nuclear plant. Subsidies do not change that, only acting to shift the burden of the cost over a wider base.

      - MrBookUS January 24, 2009 10:10AM

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