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Smart Growth
A better, smarter way to live.
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The Elusive Permanent Repository
Waste accumulates at U.S. nuclear power plants as the process of choosing a site for a geological repository has stalled.
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The Nuclear Regulatory Commission
The NRC. What do they do, how do they work, and how effective are they?
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Small Modular Reactors
Small modular reactors (SMRs) have been getting a lot of positive attention lately. But the technology's advantages may have been oversold, according to a 2013 UCS report.
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Flood Risk at Nuclear Power Plants
Nuclear power plants need a plentiful source of water nearby for cooling. But this proximity to rivers, lakes and oceans creates serious flooding risks that the NRC has been too slow to address.
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Managing Risk in Ohio
By integrating significant renewable energy and energy efficiency into its power mix, Ohio can help protect ratepayers and gain other substantial benefits.
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Science, Democracy, and Fracking
If your community is facing decisions about fracking, this toolkit is for you. Use it to help you make sound decisions on fracking.
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Heavy-Duty Truck Fuel Efficiency
Heavy-duty trucks make up 7 percent of all vehicles on US highways, yet consume more than 25 percent of the oil.
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The NRC and Nuclear Power Plant Safety in 2012
An annual UCS report on the NRC's performance in ensuring nuclear power plant safety.
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Diablo Canyon and Earthquake Risk
The NRC isn't enforcing seismic regulations at the Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant, despite knowing the earthquake risk is larger than the plant was built to withstand.
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The Future of the US Nuclear Weapons Complex
This 2013 report takes a big picture look at the U.S. nuclear weapons program and recommends cost-effective changes to improve U.S. security.
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Overwhelming Risk: Rethinking Flood Insurance in a World of Rising Seas
The cost of flood insurance does not accurately reflect the true flooding risks along our coasts, which are rapidly growing as sea level rise accelerates.