| The Technological and Economic Future of Nuclear Power Contributor(s): Ajanovic, Amela (Author), Mez, Lutz (Author), Haas, Reinhard (Author) |
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ISBN: 1013273958 ISBN-13: 9781013273957 Publisher: Saint Philip Street Press OUR PRICE: $59.80 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: October 2020 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Technology & Engineering | Power Resources - Nuclear |
| Physical Information: 0.88" H x 8.5" W x 11" (2.58 lbs) 382 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This open access book discusses the eroding economics of nuclear power for electricity generation as well as technical, legal, and political acceptance issues. The use of nuclear power for electricity generation is still a heavily disputed issue. Aside from technical risks, safety issues, and the unsolved problem of nuclear waste disposal, the economic performance is currently a major barrier. In recent years, the costs have skyrocketed especially in the European countries and North America. At the same time, the costs of alternatives such as photovoltaics and wind power have significantly decreased. This work was published by Saint Philip Street Press pursuant to a Creative Commons license permitting commercial use. All rights not granted by the work's license are retained by the author or authors. |