Texas utility chief calls for federal energy security push
Energy Future Holdings Chief Executive John Young urged U S policy makers to treat energy security as a national priority on par with moon landing or public works. He said as much as 1.5 trillion dollars may be needed in 25 years for new power plants and transmission lines, and Luminant plans to seek a federal license to add two nuclear reactors at Comanche Peak.
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NRC receives 15 new applications for nuclear reactors
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has received 15 new reactor applications in eight states as part of a broader revival in U.S. nuclear energy. By 2016 the first could be built, with more permits sought later in seven other states. Debate centers on financing, rates, and safety amid drought concerns and competition from renewables.
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Power company expands bonus program to cut energy use
Knoxville Tennessee article notes Bennie Phillips of Associated Wholesale Grocers details a TVA demand response program. The grocery distributor unplugs its 53,000 square foot freezer for short peak hours and is paid for curtailing electricity. TVA expanded the plan to Nashville Memphis Knoxville and Huntsville.
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