Tag: Nuclear Power
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NIMBY Clashes Over Nuclear Siting in the Philippines: A Safety Reckoning
Introduction: A nation on edge about nuclear siting The Philippines has been jolted by repeated earthquakes in a short span, shaking public confidence in the idea of hosting nuclear power facilities. With a new nuclear safety regulation law fast-tracked through the Senate and signed into law, critics argue that process and prudence did not keep…
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Pangasinan Town Open to Hosting a Nuclear Power Plant as PhilAtom Law Takes Effect
Laudable Openness in Labrador as Nuclear Energy Law Comes Into Effect In a move that underscores ambitious energy policy in the Philippines, the town of Labrador in Pangasinan has signaled its openness to hosting a nuclear power plant. The momentum comes on the heels of the enactment of Republic Act 12305, or the Philippine National…
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Putin accuses France of piracy over tanker arrest
Putin accuses France of piracy over tanker arrest In a statement from the Black Sea resort city of Sochi, Russian President Vladimir Putin accused France of piracy after Paris’s military reportedly halted a tanker believed to be connected to Russia’s shadow fleet. Putin argued that the seizure took place in neutral waters with no justification,…
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OECD Chief Advocates for Nuclear Power in Australia
Introduction As Australia navigates its climate targets and energy strategies, Mathias Cormann, the secretary-general of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), has made a compelling case for the country to consider nuclear power as an essential energy source. Cormann emphasizes the need for an open-minded approach to nuclear energy, highlighting its potential role…
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Mathias Cormann Advocates for Open Mind on Nuclear Power in Australia
Introduction to the Nuclear Debate in Australia As Australia grapples with ambitious climate targets and the pressing need for sustainable energy solutions, the conversation around nuclear power has entered the spotlight. Mathias Cormann, the Secretary-General of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), recently emphasized the importance of keeping an open mind regarding the…
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Mathias Cormann Advocates for Open-Mindedness on Nuclear Power in Australia
Introduction In a recent statement, Mathias Cormann, the Secretary-General of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), has urged Australians to maintain an open mind regarding nuclear power. As Australia grapples with its climate targets, the debate around energy sources is intensifying, making Cormann’s comments particularly timely. Nuclear Power: A Non-Partisan Energy Source Cormann…