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Change at the top in Iran
Change at the top in Iran
Former foreign minister Ali Akbar Salehi has returned to the Atomic Energy Organisation of Iran as its head. He will soon lead negotiations with Russia on the potential supply of new nuclear reactors, set to begin once Bushehr is handed over.
Nuclear Policies · Monday, 19 August 2013
Nuclear essential for India's economic growth
Nuclear essential for India's economic growth
Nuclear energy must be a significant part of the mix if India is to grow electricity supply by 625% to meet development goals, former chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission Anil Kakodkar told students at a graduation ceremony.
Nuclear Policies · Wednesday, 14 August 2013
Taiwanese nuclear vote turns violent
Taiwanese nuclear vote turns violent
A parliamentary vote in Taiwan on whether to hold a referendum on the completion of the Lungmen nuclear power plant descended into a brawl between opposing parties.
Nuclear Policies · Friday, 2 August 2013
EU-South African extend nuclear cooperation
EU-South African extend nuclear cooperation
A new nuclear cooperation agreement struck between South Africa and the European Union (EU) will support joint nuclear research and could help open access to South Africa's uranium resources.
Nuclear Policies · Wednesday, 24 July 2013
US business in joint plea on nuclear trade
US business in joint plea on nuclear trade
Three US business associations have directly asked the US administration to adopt a more assertive approach to fostering international nuclear trade, urging expedited conclusion of bilateral cooperation agreements and a "pragmatic" approach to uranium enrichment and reprocessing.
Nuclear Policies · Tuesday, 23 July 2013
EU's open secret on nuclear subsidies
EU's open secret on nuclear subsidies
A leaked draft of a European Union (EU) working paper suggesting that member countries may be allowed to directly subsidise nuclear power has prompted widespread consternation.
Nuclear Policies · Monday, 22 July 2013
Election win maintains reactor restart policy
Election win maintains reactor restart policy
Plans to restart Japan's idled nuclear power reactors remain on track after Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's pro-nuclear ruling coalition secured a majority in the upper house of parliament in elections yesterday.
Nuclear Policies · Monday, 22 July 2013
Options open as French debate closes
Options open as French debate closes
France's eight-month energy debate has drawn to a close. A summary of its findings will be presented in September to inform future government policy with one prime question being nuclear power's future role.
Nuclear Policies · Friday, 19 July 2013
Incentives for nuclear communities
Incentives for nuclear communities
Financial incentives are on offer to British communities hosting new nuclear power plants, in common with measures to encourage new wind farms and shale gas development. Plans from the government were warmly welcomed today.
Nuclear Policies · Wednesday, 17 July 2013
US nuclear liability premiums adjusted
US nuclear liability premiums adjusted
The cost to US power companies of covering insurance liability for potential nuclear accidents has risen by 8%. The new rates were set by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to take account of inflation.
Nuclear Policies · Monday, 15 July 2013
Garoña officially closes
Garoña officially closes
Spain's Garoña nuclear power plant was officially shut down at the weekend, ending four years of uncertainty over its future in the face of licensing issues and incoming taxes.
Nuclear Policies · Monday, 8 July 2013
Growing support for nuclear France
Growing support for nuclear France
Support for nuclear power amongst the French public is on the rise. However, although twice as many people now favour nuclear energy than oppose it, half of the population remains uncommitted.
Nuclear Policies · Monday, 24 June 2013
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