Push for nuclear power raises fears of arms race
(The Kansas City Star: Mon, 12 May) VIENNA, Austria | At least 40 developing countries from the Persian Gulf region to Latin America recently have approached U.N. officials to signal interest in starting nuclear power programs.

Palisades Nuclear Power Plant scores well on agency's safety test
(The Grand Rapids Press: Fri, 09 May) COVERT -- The Palisades Nuclear Power Plant in Covert Township operated safely and satisfactorily last year, according to a recently released 2007 performance assessment of the plant completed by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

(AFX UK Focus) 2008-05-09 12:35 Elia, Vattenfall agree to cooperate on security of supply, renewable energy
(Interactive Investor: Fri, 09 May) BRUSSELS (Thomson Financial) - Belgian grid operator Elia and German peer Vattenfall AG. said they have agreed to cooperate on security of supply and developing renewable energy sources.

Seward considering nuclear as alternative energy source
(Alaska Public Radio Network: Wed, 07 May) As Alaskans struggle with rapid increases in fuel costs, small communities are researching alternative energy concepts to lower their electricity expenses. Wind, solar and geothermal are possibilities for many Alaskan communities and in at least two, small nuclear reactor power sources are also being researched. Lori Townsend, APRN - Anchorage SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Seward considering ...