Nuclear power amid the energy debate and personal stake
Six years ago I bought a home near the Indian Point nuclear complex as I backed nuclear power with a mortgage. The energy crisis of 1969, oil boycotts, and rising costs showed the nation’s dependence on foreign suppliers. Despite lessons learned, imports may rise again even with conservation, and the nation faces a need for more energy to sustain a mobile, industrial economy and the American dream.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cliff Spieler
Indian Point
Peekskill
United States
National Academy of Engineering
Energy futures and the push for coal and uranium
A discussion on U S energy strategy weighs exotic sources against immediate needs. Nuclear and solar power are explored alongside coal and uranium as dominant options. Scientists warn against relying on any single source while emphasizing offshore oil, natural gas limits, and the vast potential of solid fuels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mike McCormack
Solar Energy Industries Assn
Alaska
U.S
Nuclear power debate moves toward Ulster County plant
National discussion over nuclear power shifts from TV to real projects as SPA plans 1.2 million kilowatt plant at Cementon near Saugerties with an $800 million price tag. ASDA aims to reveal a master plan for a possible $3.2 billion Ulster County nuclear park in Lloyd and Esopus, with site director Clai Robertson backing Lloyd. SPA negotiates to take over Indian Point III from Consolidated Edison.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter Kutschera
Ulster Bureau
Hudson River Valley
Power Authority of the
State of New York
SPA
State Atomic and Space Development Authority
ASDA
Ulster County
Lloyd
Esopus
Clai Robertson
Cementon Transformed by Plan for Nuclear Plant Project
In Cementon on the Hudson River a proposed nuclear generator near three cement plants sparks fear of tremors, emissions, and plant closures. Residents worry about earthquakes, dust, and property loss as officials insist rock blasting won’t affect reactor operations. The site would require razing nine houses and could endanger local employment tied to Alpha, Lehigh Portland, and Marquette plants.
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Cementon
Hudson River
Rt. 93W
Main Street
Mobil
Urban Maggio
St. Mary’s R.C
Power Authority
Father Urban
Maggie
Angeline Thorne
Fred
Alpha Portland Cement Co
Greene
Ulster County
Alpha
Lehigh Portland Cement Co
Marquette Cement Manufacturing Co
Bill Abbott
Catskill
Hudson
Joe Peckovitch
Fellas
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Syracuse University
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