Nuclear power is one of many options available to achieve reduced carbon dioxide emissions likely to be mandated by an (as yet) undefined national climate change policy. Investment costs in nuclear power are greater than in any other conventional generating technology. They are irreversible and...

With concerns over global climate change, U.S. policymakers are exploring ways to reduce domestic dependence on coal and natural gas. No new nuclear plants have been ordered since 1978. However, federal and state policies and legislation have attempted to reduce risks to nuclear plant developers...