34 environmental/clean energy organizations submit Petition for Rulemaking to NRC calling for suspension of all licensing activity until NRC addresses new findings on nuclear reactor fuel pools fire risks and costs. Press release.
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Press release from Sun Day Campaign: Renewables accounted for 37% of new electricity capacity additions during 2013–more than triple nukes, coal and oil combined.
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33 environmental organizations warn NRC Commissioners that pending vote expected to confirm staff decision not to require expedited movement of reactor fuel from pools to dry casks must meet NEPA and AEA requirements. Groups assert that NRC staff has provided inadequate basis under these laws to support its position.
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300+ environmental and clean energy organizations urge Dr. James Hansen and three other climate scientists to rethink embrace of nuclear power–it’s no solution to the climate crisis. Press release from NIRS and Civil Society Institute. Text of letter, including signers.
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Renewables provide 100% of all new capacity in November 2013; FERC data undermines EIA’s projection of slow renewable growth through 2040. SUN DAY press release.
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New Baucus tax proposal takes an Orwellian approach: would redefine dirty energy as clean. NIRS press release.
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Detailed memo from Civil Society Institute rebutting November 3, 2013 letter from four climate scientists, including Dr. James Hansen, urging environmental groups to support expanded use of "safer" nuclear power. Note: at this time, memo is still in draft form and may be revised.
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Policy brief prepared for United Nations Working Group of Sustainable Development recommends phase-out of nuclear power, emphasis on nuclear-free carbon-free future.
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NIRS attempts delivery of 22,500+ petition signatures to Energy Secretary Moniz calling for end to taxpayer loan for construction of Vogtle reactors. DOE refuses to accept petitions, security forces deletion of photo documenting delivery. Press release (pdf).
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Washington and Oregon Physicians for Social Responsibility release new studies showing earthquake risks underestimated for Washington’s Columbia reactor, call for shutdown. Press release. Supporting documents: letter to NRC Chair Macfarlane, earthquake evaluation report; response to utility report; section of utility response to NRC letter.
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