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Alternative Energy News Thursday January 24th 2008



Bill would Force Study of Nuclear PowerBill would Force Study of Nuclear Power
(KNDO/KNDU Tri-Cities: Thu, 24 Jan) A new bill in the state legislature would force the state to include nuclear power in a study of helping slow global warming. This is being called a step forward for some, but experts warn, even if someone chose to build a new plant, it would be decades before it's done.


Alternative Energy meetingAlternative Energy meeting
(WPBN Traverse City: Tue, 22 Jan) State leaders visited Traverse City to discuss possible renewable energy legislation that could give Michigan's job market a boost.


El Paso Electric Issues Request For Proposals For Renewable Energy SupplyEl Paso Electric Issues Request For Proposals For Renewable Energy Supply
(ElectricNet: Wed, 23 Jan) El Paso Electric issued, on January 21, 2008, a Request for Proposal (RFP) to solicit competitive proposals for diverse renewable energy resources that meet the requirements of the New Mexico Renewable Energy Act (REA) and New Mexico Public Regulation Commission's renewable portfolio standard requirements


A new hope for nuclear power in Washington?A new hope for nuclear power in Washington?
(Tri-City Herald: Wed, 23 Jan) We've got a story in this morning's paper about a bill in the Legislature that would require a feasibility study of adding more nuclear power to the state's power mix.



World Population

Poll: Swedes changing their minds on nuclear power; warming to new reactorsPoll: Swedes changing their minds on nuclear power; warming to new reactors
(CNews: Mon, 21 Jan) STOCKHOLM, Sweden - Swedes are warming to the idea of nuclear power becoming a bigger part of the country's energy mix. The Scandinavian country is currently phasing out its nuclear reactors, but a poll by Synovate Temo suggested public opinion has shifted in favour of atomic energy.


Nuclear Power Plant To Be InspectedNuclear Power Plant To Be Inspected
(CBS 5 Green Bay: Tue, 22 Jan) The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission is conducting a special inspection at the Point Beach Nuclear Power Station near Two Rivers following a power failure.


Energy Forum in Traverse CityEnergy Forum in Traverse City
(9&10 News Cadillac: Mon, 21 Jan) Energy was a hot topic among local leaders and environmentalists in Traverse City today. State Senator Jason Allen and Representative David Palsrok talked about energy efficiency, a state renewable energy portfolio and support for alternative energy businesses.


Roger Cohen: Why America needs Atomic AnneRoger Cohen: Why America needs Atomic Anne
(International Herald Tribune: Wed, 23 Jan) The French have their heads in the right place, with nuclear power enjoying a 70 percent approval rating.


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