As a state that depends heavily on coal-fired power, North Carolina currently dumps more climate-disrupting carbon dioxide pollution into the environment from burning fossil fuels than 186 nations.
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Is nuclear necessary? Duke study touts power of renewables – USA Today
How necessary is nuclear power? Renewable energy, including solar, wind and hydroelectric, can provide all but 6% of North Carolina’s electricity, finds a new Duke University study. “Critics of renewable power point out that solar and wind sources are intermittent. The truth is that solar and wind are complementary in …
Solar, Wind Can Power NC – Groundbreaking Study – Report by Dr. John Blackburn Published by IEER
NC WARN technical expert, Dr. John Blackburn, has published a study showing that NC can replace coal with energy efficiency and renewable energy sources.
Watchdogs to Climate Expert: We’re Willing to be Persuaded About 4th Generation Nuclear Power – News Release by NC WARN
NASA’s James Hansen is calling for development of “next generation” power reactors as insurance against runaway climate change; it’s an understandable position that must be openly discussed Statement from Executive Director Jim Warren: In his new book, Dr. James Hansen further demonstrates that humanity has very little time left to …
NC Commission Green-lights Duke Energy Expansion in South Carolina – News Release by NC WARN
Last week the NC Utilities Commission approved Duke’s wholesale contract with five electric cooperatives in South Carolina. It is more than clear that Cliffside is being built so Duke can add new customers despite Duke’s years-long insistence that Cliffside was needed to accommodate growth within its approved territory.
NC WARN Legal Action Against Duke Deal for New Outside Customers – News Release by NC WARN
NC customers would pay higher rates to build Cliffside and nuclear plants so the power company can expand in South Carolina.
Duke Document Shows Demand Will DECLINE: More Evidence New Plants Aren’t Needed – News Release by NC WARN
More evidence proves Cliffside plant isn’t needed
Bond Ratings Drop Over “Bet the Farm” Risk of Nukes – Coal Problems Too – News Release by NC WARN
Moody’s says new nuclear plants are a ‘‘bet the farm’’ risk; the report parallels coal plant financing risks, boosting our call for halting Duke’s Cliffside project.
NC WARN Appeals New Harris Reactors – News Release by NC WARN
Regulators show their partiality toward the industry, while ignoring cost, climate and safety concerns – AND the lack of a reactor design
The Path to Clean Efficient Energy – News and Observer Oped by Dr. Blackburn, Jim Warren
Instead of risking $35 billion on new plants, there is a better, cheaper and more secure way to handle North Carolina’s energy needs.