Midlands Voices: Let’s not write off nuclear power


Midlands Voices: Let’s not write off nuclear power


A recent World-Herald article spoke of potential rate increases from the Omaha Public Power District. Some might argue these increases are due solely to issues at Fort Calhoun. But before we all jump on the “shut down Fort Calhoun” bandwagon, here are some thoughts to consider.

Since 2012, electricity-producing reactors have closed in six states — California, Florida, Wisconsin, Vermont, Massachusetts and New York — in large part due to competition from cheap natural gas....

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Ken Notes: Every time I run a story on this both sides light up my email. This is a good thing, because until we debate the issues we will not find the solutions. So keep talking until we get it perfect. I especially like the tiny reactor discussions, again that is not an endorsements, it is a discussion point...

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