Nuclear: Government Incentives
Non Renewable Energy

Nearly 20 percent of the United States energy consumption comes from nuclear power plants. Yet, a nuclear facility has not been built since 1973.

According to the Nuclear Energy Institute in the 2008 Appropriations Bill, Congress allotted 970 million dollars toward the funding of various nuclear energy programs.

Energy Companies are asking for government funds. General Electric has stated that unless there are government incentives no nuclear plants will be built.

According to the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, between nine and 19 companies are preparing applications for nuclear power plants. If all 19 are built it would provide enough electricity for 15-19 million U.S. homes.

Nuclear Energy Resources
• Terrestrial Energy: How Nuclear Energy Will Lead the Green Revolution and End America's Energy Odyssey
• The Energy Construct: Achieving a Clean, Domestic, and Economical Energy Future
• Nuclear Waste Cleanup Technologies and Opportunities
• Exploring Energy Choices: A Preliminary Report