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2006-07 Seminars
Why Is Nuclear Energy
Making A Comeback In The US?
(And what is so special about Westinghouse's
AP1000?)
Howard Bruschi,
Executive Consultant
Westinghouse Electric Company
Abstract
The presentation will
cover the topics of:
1. Nuclear Energy
Industry Issues.
This will embrace historical issues as well as
present day concerns of utilities, suppliers (such
as Westinghouse), and the public.
2. Westinghouse's AP1000.
This will address some of the Issues from above and
describe the development goals of the AP1000 as well
as its safety technology and economics.
3. US Government Incentives.
The government is planning to provide incentives to
the industry to move forward with new nuclear plant
construction.
4. Market Outlook.
With Industry Issues addressed, I will discuss the
market outlook for a nuclear energy renaissance in
the US and the implications on a global basis.
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