transition away uneconomical nuclear plants ib pdf

transition away uneconomical nuclear plants ib

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Some states are considering financial support for struggling nuclear plants as policymakers worry that abrupt closure of these power plants will lead to increased carbon emissions and the loss of jobs and tax revenues. If state leaders decide to provide subsidies, it is imperative that they also enact policies to accelerate a truly clean energy future based on efficiency and renewables. So, states providing aid must also: n Cap carbon pollution and scale investment in energy efficiency and renewable energy n Assure best practices for waste management and plant closures n Retrain or compensate workers and support new economic development plans for affected communities n Limit the length and the amount of the aid n Mandate that companies show their books to prove the plants are in severe financial distress

• Book Topics/Themes: nuclear energy, nuclear power, economic, costs, investment, energy efficiency, nuclear power plant

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