
This new volume is an exploration of the political and policy issues that have influenced the development of nuclear power. In addition to a history of the nuclear industry, the main areas of current controversy are examined. These include economics, nuclear proliferation, radiation, reactor safety, and the disposal of nuclear waste. This wide-ranging and authoritative analysis reveals striking disparities between the negative perceptions generally held by the public, and the actual achievements of the nuclear industry. Alternative sources of energy, and the future role of nuclear power in light of the greenhouse effect and population growth are also surveyed.
This book investigates the complex intersection of political policy, public perception, and the technical realities governing the global future of nuclear energy. Terence Price utilizes his background in the energy sector to synthesize historical industry data with contemporary policy debates. The text argues that a significant disconnect exists between the actual safety and performance records of nuclear power and the prevailing public skepticism surrounding the technology.
What You Will Find
Scope Limits
Experts recognize this work as a comprehensive overview of the socio-political landscape of nuclear energy. Readers frequently note the balanced approach the author takes when addressing controversial topics like radiation safety and waste management.
Page Count:
432
Publication Date:
1990-12-13
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
019217780X
ISBN-13:
9780192177803
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