1) Nuclear power provides electricity without fossil fuels or emissions, but new nuclear plants have high upfront capital costs that may not be offset without carbon credits.
2) Only a few new nuclear reactor designs are currently under construction worldwide, and the winning commercial designs will be determined over the next decade as more units are built and experience is gained.
3) Public opinion on nuclear power varies globally, with some countries strongly supporting it for its carbon-free energy and energy independence, while others remain opposed or concerned over costs and waste disposal.
The document discusses the future of clean power generation and solar power in particular. It notes that electricity generation currently relies heavily on coal, which accounts for a large portion of man-made carbon emissions. Solar power could help address this by providing near-zero emissions electricity. Specifically, covering just 1% of the world's desert areas could meet global power demand. However, for solar to succeed on a large scale it needs to achieve lower costs comparable to fossil fuels, provide dispatchable or on-demand power through storage, and have reliability equivalent to fossil fuel plants. The document advocates for policies that can help drive down solar costs and facilitate scaling to meet carbon reduction goals through 2050.
1) The document discusses the trends in the photovoltaic (PV) industry and market applications, including the supply and demand outlook.
2) It provides details on the production process from silicon wafer to solar cells and modules. Major companies are mentioned at each stage of the supply chain.
3) Cost reduction is needed for solar electricity to compete with retail power prices. Mass production and technological advances could achieve costs of 1-1.5 Euros/Watt by 2012, making solar more competitive.
This document discusses new technologies for perpetual mobility and sustainment on water using renewable energy sources. It begins by introducing the author and their background and interest in oceans. It then discusses current ideas for beating the cost of mobility at sea through solar power and wind technologies like ducted wind turbines, airborne wind turbines, and sky sails. New battery technologies are presented as solutions for energy storage, including liquid metal batteries. The document argues that selecting fossil fuels over electricity was a costly mistake and reviews solar photovoltaic and concentrating photovoltaic technologies. It analyzes the impact of improving solar cell efficiencies on reducing the size of solar catchment areas. The document concludes by outlining the key elements needed for achieving total
North america's great lakes offshore wind energy fact packTom
The document discusses the opportunity for offshore wind energy development in the Great Lakes region of North America. It notes that the Great Lakes have significant offshore wind potential according to research from NREL. Several offshore wind projects are currently proposed for the Great Lakes, but technical challenges around foundations and winter ice conditions will need to be addressed. The US and Canada can look to Europe's experience in developing offshore wind to help guide their efforts in this region.
1) Nuclear power provides electricity without fossil fuels or emissions, but new nuclear plants have high upfront capital costs that may not be offset without carbon credits.
2) Only a few new nuclear reactor designs are currently under construction worldwide, and the winning commercial designs will be determined over the next decade as more units are built and experience is gained.
3) Public opinion on nuclear power varies globally, with some countries strongly supporting it for its carbon-free energy and energy independence, while others remain opposed or concerned over costs and waste disposal.
The document discusses the future of clean power generation and solar power in particular. It notes that electricity generation currently relies heavily on coal, which accounts for a large portion of man-made carbon emissions. Solar power could help address this by providing near-zero emissions electricity. Specifically, covering just 1% of the world's desert areas could meet global power demand. However, for solar to succeed on a large scale it needs to achieve lower costs comparable to fossil fuels, provide dispatchable or on-demand power through storage, and have reliability equivalent to fossil fuel plants. The document advocates for policies that can help drive down solar costs and facilitate scaling to meet carbon reduction goals through 2050.
1) The document discusses the trends in the photovoltaic (PV) industry and market applications, including the supply and demand outlook.
2) It provides details on the production process from silicon wafer to solar cells and modules. Major companies are mentioned at each stage of the supply chain.
3) Cost reduction is needed for solar electricity to compete with retail power prices. Mass production and technological advances could achieve costs of 1-1.5 Euros/Watt by 2012, making solar more competitive.
This document discusses new technologies for perpetual mobility and sustainment on water using renewable energy sources. It begins by introducing the author and their background and interest in oceans. It then discusses current ideas for beating the cost of mobility at sea through solar power and wind technologies like ducted wind turbines, airborne wind turbines, and sky sails. New battery technologies are presented as solutions for energy storage, including liquid metal batteries. The document argues that selecting fossil fuels over electricity was a costly mistake and reviews solar photovoltaic and concentrating photovoltaic technologies. It analyzes the impact of improving solar cell efficiencies on reducing the size of solar catchment areas. The document concludes by outlining the key elements needed for achieving total
North america's great lakes offshore wind energy fact packTom
The document discusses the opportunity for offshore wind energy development in the Great Lakes region of North America. It notes that the Great Lakes have significant offshore wind potential according to research from NREL. Several offshore wind projects are currently proposed for the Great Lakes, but technical challenges around foundations and winter ice conditions will need to be addressed. The US and Canada can look to Europe's experience in developing offshore wind to help guide their efforts in this region.
This document discusses fuel switching from diesel to coconut oil for rural electrification in Pacific Island countries. It notes that diesel currently accounts for a large portion of electricity costs due to transportation to remote areas. Coconut oil is proposed as an alternative that could displace a significant amount of diesel usage. Modifications would need to be made to engines and supply chains established, but initial blends of 20% coconut oil and 80% diesel are recommended. Fuel switching could save over $70 million annually while reducing greenhouse gas emissions by around 180,000 tonnes per year. Further analysis of supply chains is needed to implement this solution.
IMPROVING NUCLEAR POWER PLANT\'S OPERATIONALJoe Miller
The document discusses ways that nuclear power plant operational efficiencies have improved in the US over the last 40 years. It states that while the number of plants has remained constant, the percentage of nuclear power in the energy mix has increased due to a substantial rise in capacity factor from 60% in 1980 to over 90% today. This was achieved primarily by reducing outage times, extending fuel cycles, using higher-burnup fuel, and decreasing unplanned outages and fuel failures. The improvements allowed nuclear plants to generate more electricity without building new reactors.
The document discusses a session on wind energy. It will cover the history and development of wind power, current challenges and opportunities, and perspectives from an expert at E.ON Climate & Renewables. The session agenda includes exploring the background and history of wind power; key topics like increasing turbine sizes, cost reductions, repowering projects, and developing offshore wind; and a discussion with the visiting expert. Participants are asked to share their experiences with wind energy and focus on industry leaders, emerging markets, and the potential for wind power development going forward.
The document summarizes several acquisitions of solar project pipelines by major companies. It provides details on the project size, location, acquisition price, price per MW, buyer, and seller for each transaction. The key transactions include Sharp acquiring Recurrent's 2,000MW portfolio for $305 million, or $152.5K per MW, and First Solar purchasing NextLight's 1,100MW pipeline for $285 million, or $259.1K per MW. The median acquisition price was $285 million and median price per MW was $216.2K.
Nuclear energy has gained new political support in 2010. The document discusses the increased bipartisan support for nuclear power in Congress and from the Obama administration. It summarizes the progress being made on new nuclear plant development, including 13 license applications under review and expectations for 4 new reactors to begin operation by 2017. It also reviews the strong performance of operating nuclear plants, with the average capacity factor reaching 90.5% in 2009. Priorities for 2010 are ensuring safety and reliability of operating plants, effective risk management for new plant projects, and reinforcing the new political mandate for expanded nuclear energy.
Lg solar-ne on-2-mono-silver-frame-lg410n2w-a5-solar-panel-datasheetNav Ahmed
The document summarizes the key features and specifications of LG NeONTM 2 solar modules. It has an enhanced 25-year performance warranty with annual degradation of -0.55% per year. It provides higher power output than previous models through its Cello technology and double-sided cell structure. The module is designed for aesthetics with an all black appearance from a distance. It also has outstanding durability through its reinforced frame and high load resistance.
Business Forum: Nuclear & Renewable Energy - Brownsustg
Presentation at the US-Saudi Business Opportunities Forum (Dec 5-7, 2011, Atlanta, GA). Jim Brown, President, Global Sales First Solar, presented at the panel titled, "Nuclear and Renewable Energy: Building Resources for the Future." His presentation was called "Solar PV: A Critical Component of KSA’s Energy Sollution.
LG's new module, LG NeON 2, adopts Cello technology which replaces 3 busbars with 12 thin wires to enhance power output and reliability. LG NeON 2 demonstrates LG's efforts to increase customer value through improved performance under real-world conditions and an aesthetically pleasing design suitable for rooftops.
The document summarizes Morocco's national context and energy sector, including its national program for renewable energy and energy efficiency development. It outlines Morocco's goals of securing energy supply, universal access, and increasing the share of renewables to 10% by 2012. It then discusses specific renewable programs, including developing solar water heaters (SWHs) through the PROMASOL market development program. PROMASOL aims to install 100,000 m2 of SWHs over 4 years through quality certification, promotion, and financial support mechanisms like leasing. The program has helped install over 150,000 m2 of collectors to date.
Acwa Power, a Saudi company, submitted an unprecedentedly low bid of 5.98 US cents per kilowatt hour for the second phase of Dubai's Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, beating rivals including Masdar. This bid sets a new worldwide record for the cost of solar electricity and signals solar energy's increasing commercial competitiveness in the Gulf region. RAK Petroleum increased its stake in an offshore oil and gas block in Ivory Coast as it seeks to boost its African holdings.
[Challenge:Future] Renewable Energy for the Bottom of the PyramidChallenge:Future
This document summarizes a renewable energy project in India that aims to provide electricity to unelectrified areas. The team leader's dream job is to tackle the global energy crisis through sustainable renewable energy solutions. They plan to identify and implement renewable technologies appropriate for developing areas. Their goals are to employ and train local people, use monitoring systems, and collaborate with financial institutions to support micro-businesses powered by electricity. Examples of technologies discussed include biomass, wind, solar, and tidal/ocean current installations across Asia, Africa, and South America. The impact of their work is outlined through 2040 in increasing energy access, employment, incomes and reducing emissions. The team leader's education in innovation, problem-solving, communication and experience
A presentation on the development of geothermal energy use in the Philippines. Presented as part of the Ring of Fire programme jointly implemented by EDC and WWF Philippines
A slide show from the eleventh class of a course titled Cradle to Cradle: Closed Loop Systems, which is part of the Certificate for Global Sustainability at the University of California Los Angeles Extension program.
The document summarizes the key findings of the 2009 Wind Technologies Market Report. It finds that in 2009:
- Wind power capacity additions in the US shattered records with around 10 GW added.
- Wind power contributed 39% of new US electric generating capacity.
- The US led the world in cumulative installed capacity but China surpassed the US in annual additions.
- Offshore wind project development and policy accelerated. Large amounts of future wind power capacity are in transmission queues.
Solid state lighting, GaN LEDs and lasersGerhard Fasol
Gallium Nitride LEDs are on the way to replace light-bulbs and fluorescent tubes, and GaN lasers have many applications including Blue-Ray storage. This presentation introduces the basic technologies
ZBB Energy Corporation Presentation November 2008 Compressedkathleenunger
This investor presentation provides an overview of ZBB Energy Corporation and its zinc-bromide flow battery technology. ZBB aims to become a leader in large capacity energy storage solutions to address grid stability issues from renewable energy intermittency. Its modular ZESS products offer efficient and cost-effective energy storage in 50kWh or 500kWh systems. ZBB believes its technology is well-positioned to benefit from projected growth in alternative energy generation and the need for storage solutions. The company has over $8 million in cash and no debt on its balance sheet.
The document summarizes a panel from the 2007 MIT Energy Conference on solar power and grid parity. The panel included presentations on manufacturing from Dick Swanson of SunPower, technology from Charlie Gay of Applied Materials, policy from Rhone Resch of the Solar Energy Industries Association, and financing from Jigar Shah of SunEdison. Charlie Gay's presentation focused on how increasing manufacturing scale through larger production lines could drive down the cost per watt of solar panels according to the industry's historical learning curve, with the goal of achieving retail price parity with electricity from the grid within a decade.
The document discusses the growing global challenges of meeting increasing energy and water demands in a sustainable manner. It notes that fossil fuels will continue dominating energy production for the foreseeable future and outlines strategies like improving efficiency, expanding renewable energy sources like solar and wind paired with energy storage, and developing cleaner alternatives to displace coal and gas over time. The document also emphasizes the critical importance of water security and developing solutions that balance energy, environmental, and development needs across countries that share river basins.
Nuclear safety culture is defined as an organization's values and behaviors that make nuclear safety the overriding priority. The document outlines 8 principles for a strong nuclear safety culture: (1) everyone is personally responsible for nuclear safety, (2) leaders demonstrate commitment to safety, (3) trust permeates the organization, (4) decision-making reflects safety first, (5) nuclear technology is recognized as special and unique, (6) a questioning attitude is cultivated, (7) organizational learning is embraced, and (8) nuclear safety undergoes constant examination. Attributes are provided for each principle to clarify its intent. The principles are meant to serve as a framework for open discussion and continuing evolution of safety culture in the nuclear industry
This document discusses fuel switching from diesel to coconut oil for rural electrification in Pacific Island countries. It notes that diesel currently accounts for a large portion of electricity costs due to transportation to remote areas. Coconut oil is proposed as an alternative that could displace a significant amount of diesel usage. Modifications would need to be made to engines and supply chains established, but initial blends of 20% coconut oil and 80% diesel are recommended. Fuel switching could save over $70 million annually while reducing greenhouse gas emissions by around 180,000 tonnes per year. Further analysis of supply chains is needed to implement this solution.
IMPROVING NUCLEAR POWER PLANT\'S OPERATIONALJoe Miller
The document discusses ways that nuclear power plant operational efficiencies have improved in the US over the last 40 years. It states that while the number of plants has remained constant, the percentage of nuclear power in the energy mix has increased due to a substantial rise in capacity factor from 60% in 1980 to over 90% today. This was achieved primarily by reducing outage times, extending fuel cycles, using higher-burnup fuel, and decreasing unplanned outages and fuel failures. The improvements allowed nuclear plants to generate more electricity without building new reactors.
The document discusses a session on wind energy. It will cover the history and development of wind power, current challenges and opportunities, and perspectives from an expert at E.ON Climate & Renewables. The session agenda includes exploring the background and history of wind power; key topics like increasing turbine sizes, cost reductions, repowering projects, and developing offshore wind; and a discussion with the visiting expert. Participants are asked to share their experiences with wind energy and focus on industry leaders, emerging markets, and the potential for wind power development going forward.
The document summarizes several acquisitions of solar project pipelines by major companies. It provides details on the project size, location, acquisition price, price per MW, buyer, and seller for each transaction. The key transactions include Sharp acquiring Recurrent's 2,000MW portfolio for $305 million, or $152.5K per MW, and First Solar purchasing NextLight's 1,100MW pipeline for $285 million, or $259.1K per MW. The median acquisition price was $285 million and median price per MW was $216.2K.
Nuclear energy has gained new political support in 2010. The document discusses the increased bipartisan support for nuclear power in Congress and from the Obama administration. It summarizes the progress being made on new nuclear plant development, including 13 license applications under review and expectations for 4 new reactors to begin operation by 2017. It also reviews the strong performance of operating nuclear plants, with the average capacity factor reaching 90.5% in 2009. Priorities for 2010 are ensuring safety and reliability of operating plants, effective risk management for new plant projects, and reinforcing the new political mandate for expanded nuclear energy.
Lg solar-ne on-2-mono-silver-frame-lg410n2w-a5-solar-panel-datasheetNav Ahmed
The document summarizes the key features and specifications of LG NeONTM 2 solar modules. It has an enhanced 25-year performance warranty with annual degradation of -0.55% per year. It provides higher power output than previous models through its Cello technology and double-sided cell structure. The module is designed for aesthetics with an all black appearance from a distance. It also has outstanding durability through its reinforced frame and high load resistance.
Business Forum: Nuclear & Renewable Energy - Brownsustg
Presentation at the US-Saudi Business Opportunities Forum (Dec 5-7, 2011, Atlanta, GA). Jim Brown, President, Global Sales First Solar, presented at the panel titled, "Nuclear and Renewable Energy: Building Resources for the Future." His presentation was called "Solar PV: A Critical Component of KSA’s Energy Sollution.
LG's new module, LG NeON 2, adopts Cello technology which replaces 3 busbars with 12 thin wires to enhance power output and reliability. LG NeON 2 demonstrates LG's efforts to increase customer value through improved performance under real-world conditions and an aesthetically pleasing design suitable for rooftops.
The document summarizes Morocco's national context and energy sector, including its national program for renewable energy and energy efficiency development. It outlines Morocco's goals of securing energy supply, universal access, and increasing the share of renewables to 10% by 2012. It then discusses specific renewable programs, including developing solar water heaters (SWHs) through the PROMASOL market development program. PROMASOL aims to install 100,000 m2 of SWHs over 4 years through quality certification, promotion, and financial support mechanisms like leasing. The program has helped install over 150,000 m2 of collectors to date.
Acwa Power, a Saudi company, submitted an unprecedentedly low bid of 5.98 US cents per kilowatt hour for the second phase of Dubai's Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, beating rivals including Masdar. This bid sets a new worldwide record for the cost of solar electricity and signals solar energy's increasing commercial competitiveness in the Gulf region. RAK Petroleum increased its stake in an offshore oil and gas block in Ivory Coast as it seeks to boost its African holdings.
[Challenge:Future] Renewable Energy for the Bottom of the PyramidChallenge:Future
This document summarizes a renewable energy project in India that aims to provide electricity to unelectrified areas. The team leader's dream job is to tackle the global energy crisis through sustainable renewable energy solutions. They plan to identify and implement renewable technologies appropriate for developing areas. Their goals are to employ and train local people, use monitoring systems, and collaborate with financial institutions to support micro-businesses powered by electricity. Examples of technologies discussed include biomass, wind, solar, and tidal/ocean current installations across Asia, Africa, and South America. The impact of their work is outlined through 2040 in increasing energy access, employment, incomes and reducing emissions. The team leader's education in innovation, problem-solving, communication and experience
A presentation on the development of geothermal energy use in the Philippines. Presented as part of the Ring of Fire programme jointly implemented by EDC and WWF Philippines
A slide show from the eleventh class of a course titled Cradle to Cradle: Closed Loop Systems, which is part of the Certificate for Global Sustainability at the University of California Los Angeles Extension program.
The document summarizes the key findings of the 2009 Wind Technologies Market Report. It finds that in 2009:
- Wind power capacity additions in the US shattered records with around 10 GW added.
- Wind power contributed 39% of new US electric generating capacity.
- The US led the world in cumulative installed capacity but China surpassed the US in annual additions.
- Offshore wind project development and policy accelerated. Large amounts of future wind power capacity are in transmission queues.
Solid state lighting, GaN LEDs and lasersGerhard Fasol
Gallium Nitride LEDs are on the way to replace light-bulbs and fluorescent tubes, and GaN lasers have many applications including Blue-Ray storage. This presentation introduces the basic technologies
ZBB Energy Corporation Presentation November 2008 Compressedkathleenunger
This investor presentation provides an overview of ZBB Energy Corporation and its zinc-bromide flow battery technology. ZBB aims to become a leader in large capacity energy storage solutions to address grid stability issues from renewable energy intermittency. Its modular ZESS products offer efficient and cost-effective energy storage in 50kWh or 500kWh systems. ZBB believes its technology is well-positioned to benefit from projected growth in alternative energy generation and the need for storage solutions. The company has over $8 million in cash and no debt on its balance sheet.
The document summarizes a panel from the 2007 MIT Energy Conference on solar power and grid parity. The panel included presentations on manufacturing from Dick Swanson of SunPower, technology from Charlie Gay of Applied Materials, policy from Rhone Resch of the Solar Energy Industries Association, and financing from Jigar Shah of SunEdison. Charlie Gay's presentation focused on how increasing manufacturing scale through larger production lines could drive down the cost per watt of solar panels according to the industry's historical learning curve, with the goal of achieving retail price parity with electricity from the grid within a decade.
The document discusses the growing global challenges of meeting increasing energy and water demands in a sustainable manner. It notes that fossil fuels will continue dominating energy production for the foreseeable future and outlines strategies like improving efficiency, expanding renewable energy sources like solar and wind paired with energy storage, and developing cleaner alternatives to displace coal and gas over time. The document also emphasizes the critical importance of water security and developing solutions that balance energy, environmental, and development needs across countries that share river basins.
Nuclear safety culture is defined as an organization's values and behaviors that make nuclear safety the overriding priority. The document outlines 8 principles for a strong nuclear safety culture: (1) everyone is personally responsible for nuclear safety, (2) leaders demonstrate commitment to safety, (3) trust permeates the organization, (4) decision-making reflects safety first, (5) nuclear technology is recognized as special and unique, (6) a questioning attitude is cultivated, (7) organizational learning is embraced, and (8) nuclear safety undergoes constant examination. Attributes are provided for each principle to clarify its intent. The principles are meant to serve as a framework for open discussion and continuing evolution of safety culture in the nuclear industry
The document contains floor plans and specifications for apartment units in a new development called The Gold View. Floor plans are provided for a 2-bedroom Type A unit (59.06 sqm), a 2-bedroom Type B unit (72.86 sqm), and a 3-bedroom Type D unit (106.7 sqm). Each floor plan details the rooms, dimensions, and features. Additional documents provide mood boards and design concepts for the interior spaces.
This document provides information about India's nuclear power plants. It details the process of nuclear fuel production from uranium mining through enrichment and fuel fabrication. It also lists existing nuclear power plants in India, including their location, reactor type, operator, number of units and total capacity in megawatts. Finally, it outlines plans to expand India's nuclear power capacity to over 20 gigawatts by building new plants with larger reactor units.
Market Research Report :Nuclear Power Market in China 2010Netscribes, Inc.
For the complete report, get in touch with us at : info@netscribes.com
The nuclear power market is growing rapidly. It is expected that China will spend USD 146 bn from 2011-12 on nuclear power generation. Immediate need to meet the ever increasing demand for electricity will drive nuclear power market which has been considered as an efficient source of clean energy.
The report begins with an introduction to the nuclear power market indicating timeline of nuclear power development in China, evolution of nuclear reactor and different types of nuclear reactors being used currently in China. This is followed by an overview of nuclear power market globally and in China, indicating nuclear power generation capacity and development of nuclear power reactors which includes reactors operating, under construction, planned and proposed. It further talks about the development of nuclear power plant equipment and nuclear power fuel in China.
An analysis of drivers explain factors contributing to the growth of nuclear power market including increasing demand for electricity, depleting and dependency on oil reserves and reducing carbon content. The key challenge identified is nuclear security. Government regulations have been discussed indicating different government authorities involved in nuclear power generation, acts which govern nuclear activity and licensing procedure required for nuclear power plants.
Competition section provides brief profiles of major domestic and foreign players in the market. The section contains a snapshot of their corporation, financial performance and business highlights, providing an insight into the existing competitive scenario.
This document discusses nuclear safety issues in India. It summarizes several nuclear incidents that have occurred in India since 1991, including tritium leaks, fires, and accidental exposure to radioactive materials. It notes that the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board, which is meant to ensure nuclear safety, is not fully independent and lacks sufficient staff and oversight capabilities. The document also outlines criticisms of India's Nuclear Liability Act, which caps payouts for nuclear accidents and limits the ability of victims to sue for damages. Overall, the document raises concerns about the frequency of incidents, lack of transparency, and weak regulatory structure for nuclear safety in India.
The document discusses the evolution and advanced designs of VVER reactors. It describes the current challenges facing nuclear power plants and how generation 3+ designs, such as the VVER-1200, aim to address these through extended lifetimes, reduced costs and construction times. Future innovative designs discussed include the VVER-600, VVER-SCP generation 4 supercritical water cooled reactor, and concepts using tight fuel assemblies for a closed nuclear fuel cycle. The VVER-1200 design for project AES-2006 forms the basis for the further developed MIR-1200 design being implemented in the Czech Republic.
The document discusses performance testing of a computer tomography (CT) scanner using various modules of the CATPHAN phantom. It provides instructions on how to use the different modules to test: [1] laser alignment accuracy, slice thickness accuracy, low contrast detectability, and uniformity; [2] patient alignment system accuracy and circular symmetry; [3] sensitometry and effects of changing kV. Proper phantom positioning and avoiding manual movement are emphasized to obtain reliable results.
THERMAL ANALYSIS AND DESIGN OF A NATURAL DRAFT COOLING TOWER OF A 1000 MW NUC...Sayeed Mohammed
This poster was presented at 2nd International Bose Conference, 2015, December 03-04, 2015, University of Dhaka
Abstract
Cooling towers use the principle of evaporative cooling to remove process heat from the cooling water and reduces its temperature to the wet-bulb air temperature. It is a heat and mass transfer device. This method of cooling provides with efficient and environment-friendly method of cooling particularly in locations where sufficient cooling water cannot be easily obtained from natural sources or where concern for the environment imposes some limits on the temperature at which cooling water can be returned to the surrounding. Cooling towers are an important part of the nuclear power plants which remove heat from coolant (water) of the condenser and recirculate it. Natural draft cooling towers represent a relatively inexpensive and dependable means of removing heat from cooling water as air inside it is circulated by natural convection, no mechanical means such as fans propellers are needed. The performance of the natural draft cooling tower is dominated by wind speed, ambient air temperatures and humidity in the atmospheric conditions. This paper provides the analysis of designing a natural draft cooling tower considering all these parameters with the help of trial and iterative method. The effect of height, diameter, and the type of filling material selected, are studied.
India ranks 6th in the world for nuclear power generation. As of 2010, India has 20 nuclear power plants generating 4,560 MW total. The Kundankulam Nuclear Power Plant is a prominent example, located in Tamil Nadu. It uses a pressurized water reactor with enriched uranium fuel and light water coolant to generate 917 MW. India operates both pressurized heavy water reactors, known as CANDU reactors which can use natural uranium fuel, and light water reactors at various nuclear plants across the country.
Fraction, Decimals and Percents - Math Review JeopardyMr. Godin
I love Jeopardy. It's by far my favorite game show. I've used the Jeopardy format, including sounds, to create a unique and fun way for my students to review their math concepts.
Shane Ireland presented on his first co-op rotation at EMD in the Continuous Improvement department. He worked on four major projects: implementing a Kanban system for supplies, incorporating the weekend lineup on the intranet, performing a takt time analysis for ORP motors, and using SMED to reduce changeover times in the Y-loop test area. Through these projects, he gained experience with Lean tools and implementing process improvements.
The document provides basic design information about BWR3 and BWR4 reactors, which are the types used at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant. It describes the Mark I containment system, typical reactor vessel configurations, and the reactor core isolation cooling system. It then summarizes the events at Fukushima Daiichi following the 2011 earthquake and tsunami, including loss of cooling, hydrogen explosions, fuel damage in reactors 1-3, and challenges with spent fuel pools.
Renewable Energy Technology Opportunities: Responding to Global Energy Challe...Glenn Klith Andersen
The document summarizes the challenges and opportunities in renewable energy technology. It discusses the need to address energy security, economic and environmental issues through increased investment and innovation in renewable technologies like wind, solar and biofuels. The summaries provide data on the current status and future potential of these technologies to meet rising energy demand and reduce carbon emissions in a sustainable manner. National policies and public-private partnerships are needed to accelerate technology development and commercialization.
Nuclear energy works through nuclear fission reactions that produce energy and neutrons. Uranium is used as fuel in nuclear reactors, where a sustained chain reaction produces heat that is used to generate electricity. While nuclear energy has advantages like producing large amounts of energy from small amounts of fuel and emitting little carbon, it also has disadvantages such as producing long-lasting radioactive waste and high costs to build nuclear plants. Currently over 400 nuclear reactors in over 30 countries generate about 11.5% of the world's electricity.
The City of Elk River, Minnesota has designated itself as an "Energy City" since 1996 through its Municipal Environmental Initiative (MEI) program. The MEI promotes energy conservation and renewable energy technologies through demonstrations and education. It has implemented various renewable energy projects across the city including geothermal heat pumps, wind turbines, solar panels, and landfill gas capture. The city also hosts an annual energy expo to educate the public and has goals to reduce community-wide energy and resource usage through its Project Conserve initiative.
Repurposing of west virginia strip mines for sustainablemabartl
This document discusses potential options for repurposing a former strip mine in West Virginia called Hobet Mine for sustainable energy production. Three main solutions are analyzed: hydroelectric, solar, and wind turbines. For the hydroelectric solution, constructing an upper and lower reservoir with a 300 foot elevation difference could generate 438 MW at an estimated cost of $480 million. A solar farm occupying 2400 acres of the site could generate 150 MW at an estimated capital cost of $166 million. Wind turbines placed on 1800 acres could generate 132GW through 24 turbines, but at a high estimated cost of $234.9 million. Based on metrics analyzing energy output, cost per kW, environmental impact, and social factors, hydroelectric production was determined
North Dakota's Department of Commerce manager of energy business development Mike Fladeland presented on the current state and outlook of renewable energy. He defined renewable energy and discussed various types including wind, solar, geothermal, biomass, and hydrogen. Fladeland reviewed renewable energy supply and demand in the US, elements of wind energy projects, US wind resources, and the transportation requirements for constructing wind farms. He concluded by discussing predictions for renewable energy growth from various experts and organizations.
Nuclear energy provides a clean and affordable source of energy for India's future. It will help meet energy security needs while reducing environmental impacts compared to other sources. India has a three stage nuclear program utilizing uranium, plutonium, and eventually thorium to provide energy. Currently there are several nuclear power plants operational or under construction in India. While risks from radiation and accidents exist, nuclear energy benefits India by providing low-carbon electricity and related industrial applications.
Reviews the recent history of Vermont Yankee, its purchase by Entergy, and its issues with cooling tower collapse, tritium leak, license extension, and decommissioning. Compares cost of Vermont Yankee power to alternatives being proposed for the State of Vermont.
Kevin O'Donnell presentation on buildings and energy from the Wise Power Use ...Sherri Akers
This document appears to be a presentation on buildings and energy given by Kevin Foster O'Donnell on November 3, 2010. It discusses topics like the history of population growth and its effects on energy usage, fossil fuel consumption over time, climate change impacts, and opportunities for reducing energy usage in buildings. Several key statistics are presented, such as buildings accounting for 48% of US carbon emissions and 61% of residential energy usage going towards heating, cooling, water heating and other systems.
This document discusses global warming and the role of nuclear power. It summarizes that global warming is caused by greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide and methane trapping heat in the atmosphere. The document then argues that nuclear power is not a viable solution to address global warming for three reasons: 1) Existing nuclear plants cannot significantly increase capacity utilization to make an impact; 2) Building new nuclear plants is too costly and will not make enough of a difference compared to investing in efficiency and renewables; 3) Nuclear power is unreliable due to risks of accidents and shutdowns. The document concludes that the best approaches are reducing energy demand through conservation and efficiency, as well as investing in micro power renewables.
The PV market has developed significantly in the last years, thanks to a complex combination of price decline, technology improvements and financial support schemes.
This webinar intends to bring additional information about the main trends in the PV market, industry and policy support in key countries and globally. It will highlight the reasons why PV has developed so fast and what can be expected in the coming years. In particular, the current support schemes and market drivers will be analyzed, together with the question of industry development. The geographical rebalancing between western and asian countries will be commented and explained. Finally the growing role of PV in the electricity sector will be explained.
Two presenters will share the floor : Izumi Kaizuka from RTS Corporation in Japan and Gaëtan Masson, Operating Agent of IEA-PVPS Task 1.
This presentation was given at Solar Concentrator Conference in Sept. 2008, Palm Desert, CA. It discussed all aspects of solar plant design, specifications, installation, and energy production for SolFocus\' 0.5MW CPV plants in Spain.
An overview of solar cell technology was presented. Silicon solar cells continue to improve in efficiency through both conventional and multijunction approaches. Thin film technologies like cadmium telluride, copper indium gallium selenide, and emerging materials offer alternatives. Organic solar cells are a promising new approach that could allow low-cost printing on flexible substrates. The photovoltaic industry is growing rapidly but also facing challenges of changing policies and prices of traditional electricity sources. Continued advances across materials and manufacturing are needed to further reduce costs and increase the adoption of solar power.
This document discusses issues related to spent nuclear fuel and the viability of nuclear energy. It provides an overview of the LA-US MARKAL model and its depiction of the nuclear fuel cycle. The model represents over 4000 energy technologies and allows evaluation of strategies to minimize spent nuclear fuel levels and develop interim waste disposal approaches. It finds that replacing nuclear capacity would require substantial new generation investment and potentially increase fuel prices while still leaving waste to be dealt with.
The document summarizes key findings from reports by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). It notes that CO2 emissions have increased 60% since 1990 and CO2 concentration in the atmosphere has risen 45%, with temperature increasing 0.9°C. Sea levels have risen 19 cm. It discusses Sri Lanka's renewable energy potential from sources like wind and solar power, and dependence on fossil fuel imports that stress foreign currency reserves. Transitioning to renewable energy could help mitigate climate change impacts and address energy security issues.
The document discusses photovoltaic solar energy and its history, technologies, and applications. It provides details on the three generations of solar cell technology, including efficiencies and production levels. It also summarizes key statistics on solar energy potential, usage, and costs, highlighting the vast solar resources available and the growing commercial markets, particularly in Germany, Spain, Japan, and the United States.
The document discusses the challenges of energy dependence and climate change, and the potential for renewable energy technologies like solar PV, CSP, wind, and geothermal to address these issues at a large scale. It outlines the status and improvement potential of various renewable technologies, as well as the policy, economic, infrastructure, and workforce developments needed to enable a renewable energy future. Barriers and opportunities related to grid integration, materials supply, capital investment, and human resources are also examined.
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Come join the Michigan Energy Forum on Thursday April 5 as we discuss the role of nuclear energy in Michigan and abroad in addressing global climate change. Panelists will include representatives from industry, academia, and the State who will share their views of the role that nuclear energy should play to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and generate economic development opportunities. While nuclear energy can be a very controversial topic, the purpose of this forum is to discuss the science, economics, and risks and rewards of nuclear energy and to learn more about what is going on in Michigan. Please join us on April 5 for this exciting forum.
India's Millennium Development Goals are linked to increasing access to electricity. The document discusses India's energy needs and options to meet projected electricity demand over the coming decades. Coal will remain important but India will need to increase its use of nuclear, hydro, solar and wind power to achieve its development targets in a sustainable manner. Nuclear power is presented as a viable clean energy option given India's reserves of uranium and thorium. Pressurized heavy water reactors are described as the current focus of India's nuclear program.
The document summarizes three key factors that drive nuclear development: politics and public opinion, electricity fundamentals, and industry/business models. It analyzes the merchant, regulated, and government approaches, noting that the government approach can directly capture learning benefits by spreading costs over an entire fleet build. The document recommends reading a book on "State Capitalism" to better understand how governments can effectively support infrastructure projects like nuclear energy.
2012 06 13 EDK NERA USA executive summit with notesEdward Kee
Presentation at the 2012 Utilities Service Alliance Executive Summit. This presentation provides a comprehensive view of current nuclear power industry economics and industry structure, plus a snap shot of global activity.
2010 12 07 Edward Kee - Nuclear Energy AsiaEdward Kee
Asia, led by China, is leading the development of new nuclear power reactors globally. New reactor designs like the AP1000 and EPR are classified as generation III+ and have improved safety features. China and Russia are making progress on building large fleets of reactors to capture learning curve benefits and develop integrated domestic nuclear industries. Government leadership and coordination is important for strategic development of nuclear power.
2010 11 16 Edward Kee - Nuclear Investment And Proj Finance Dc Final No ...Edward Kee
This document summarizes the risks involved in new nuclear power plant investment and construction in the United States. It discusses the three main approaches - merchant plants, regulated utilities, and public power - and highlights risks like high capital costs, long development periods, regulatory and market uncertainties. It also reviews lessons learned from past nuclear projects that experienced cost overruns, cancellations or defaults. Overall, new nuclear plants face both market risks and high project risks that make them difficult to develop commercially in the US.
2010 03 23 NERA NYC Nuclear Power Briefing Final With NotesEdward Kee
This document provides a summary of a briefing on nuclear power given on March 23, 2010. It discusses several key points:
1. Existing nuclear power plants are low-cost sources of energy but building new plants faces challenges of high upfront costs and long development timelines.
2. In the US, the first wave of new nuclear plant construction is becoming clearer, but international projects are growing rapidly led by China.
3. Factors like US government support for nuclear under Obama, settlement of disputes over existing projects, and the search for alternatives to Yucca Mountain storage could impact the future of nuclear power in the US.
2009 12 08 Nuclear Power International Ed Kee Slides & NotesEdward Kee
Existing nuclear power plants are valuable resources that provide zero-carbon, low-cost energy. However, building new nuclear power plants faces challenges due to high capital costs, long construction timelines, and regulatory hurdles. The first new nuclear power plants will test regulatory and project development processes and help reduce risks and costs for future plants. Government support through policies like loan guarantees may be needed to encourage investment in new nuclear energy.
2008 11 05 Nuclear Fleet Strategies Final Notes VersionEdward Kee
1) The document discusses nuclear fleet strategies and examines the feasibility of replicating France's successful nuclear fleet approach today.
2) While France benefited greatly from building a large, standardized nuclear fleet through national investment and control, few countries or utilities could commit to such a large-scale approach given today's economic and political realities.
3) Instead, the concept of "virtual global nuclear fleets" is emerging, where owners of identical reactor designs can gain some fleet benefits through international cooperation, standardized designs, and vendor arrangements without the need for single ownership of an entire fleet.
Nuclear power is being reconsidered as a source of baseload electricity generation capacity. The presentation discusses why nuclear power is being reexamined, who may build new nuclear plants, the potential costs and timelines, and next steps for developing additional nuclear capacity. Safety and performance have improved over decades of operation, with longer periods between shutdowns.
2009 05 19 EDK Goldman Sachs Pwr and Utility Conf Final
1. Global
Nuclear
Power
Goldman Sachs Edward Kee
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2. Disclaimer
These slides that follow do not provide a complete record of this
presentation and discussion.
The views expressed in this presentation are mine; these views may
not be the same as those held by my clients or my colleagues.
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3. Global nuclear update
• Important events in the last year
• Global nuclear development
• Global vendor race
• US projects and likely timing
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4. Important events in the last year
Nuclear renaissance – overtaken by events?
• High capital cost estimates pervasive
– Conservative, so less chance of cost overruns
– But, nuclear economics now not so good
• Economic depression/recession
– Difficult to finance large capital projects
– Electricity demand lower, need for new capacity lower/later
– Natural gas cheaper, may return to electricity generation
– Power plant commodity prices down, may lower capital cost
• Climate change
– Emphasis on renewable energy
– Nuclear not in stimulus bill or energy bills
– Carbon benefits for nuclear still unclear
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5. Important events in the last year
Strong nuclear support in March 09 surveys
“Do you favor the use of nuclear to “Should your country start using or
produce electricity in the US?” increase the use of nuclear power?”
India 67% 29% 4%
China 62% 29% 9%
27%
41% S. Africa 55% 33% 12%
USA 57% 24% 19%
32%
World 29% 40% 31%
0% 100%
Strongly favor Favor Don't favor Yes Yes, if concerns addressed No
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6. Important events in the last year
Energy
density
to produce
1 GWh of
electricity
Uranium (5% enriched) Coal
Fuel 3 kg 400,000 kg
(300 cubic cm) (265 cubic meters)
Waste 3 kg (w/o reprocessing) 1,090,000 kg of CO2 +
.1 kg (with reprocessing) NOx, SOx, particulates,
arsenic, mercury, etc
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7. Important events in the last year
Nuclear energy = renewable?
• Exelon Energy -
Emission-Free
Energy
Certificate
(EFEC)
• RWE -
ProCLimate 2011
in Germany
• Atoomstroom.nl
nuclear energy
retailer in
Netherlands
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8. Important events in the last year
Yucca Mountain
• $13.5 billion spent on the project
• NRC license application in 2008
• John McCain: “Close it down,
stop charging for it, and return
the $22 billion collected to date.”
Opinion
March 13, 2009
There Is No Such Thing as Nuclear Waste
By WILLIAM TUCKER
'White House Buries Yucca,quot; read the headlines last week after Secretary of Energy Steven
Chu said the proposed storage of nuclear waste in a Nevada mountain is quot;no longer an
option.quot;
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9. Important events in the last year
Rise of the i-nuke
• Toshiba 4S (Super Safe, Small and Simple; 10 MWe)
• Hyperion (25 MWe)
• NuScale (40 MWe)
• Pebble Bed Modular Reactor (200 MWe)
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10. Global nuclear development
Global nuclear construction starts (MWe)
2000 - 2008 2009 - 2018
Gen III
Gen II
AP1000 EPR ABWR VVER CPR1000
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11. Operating (11 units, 8,587 MWe) Global nuclear development
Under Const. (17 units, 15,700 MWe)
Planned (58 units, 58,500 MWe) Hongyanhe (WaFangDian) 2 x CPR-1000, 2 x CPR-1000
Shidaowan 1 x HTR-PM (200 MW PBMR) , 4 x CPR1000
Rushan / Hongshiding 6 x CPR1000
HaiYang 6 x AP1000
Beijing Tianwan 2 x AES 91 VVER , 2 x AES 91 VVER
Lianyungang 6 x CPR1000
Wuhu / Bamaoshan 4 x CPR1000
China
Qinshan I II III 1 x 279 MW PWR, 2 x CNP-600, 2 x CANDU-6
Qinshan IV 2 x CNP-600
Fangjiashan / Qinshan V 2 x CPR1000
Sanmen 1 x AP1000 , 1 x AP1000
Xianning 4 x CPR1000
Ningde 2 x CPR1000, 4 x CPR1000
Fuqing 2 x CPR1000, 4 x CPR1000
Daya Bay 2 x 944 MW PWR
LingAo 2 x CPR1000, 2 x CPR1000
Taishan 2 x EPR
YangJiang 2 x CPR1000, 4 x CPR1000
Bailong 6 x CPR1000
Changjiang / Hainan Island 2 x CNP-600
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12. Operating (31 units, 21,983 MWe) Global nuclear development
Under Const. (9 units, 6,755 MWe)
Bilibino 4 x 11 MWe LWGR
Planned (11 units, 13,200 MWe)
Baltic/Kaliningrad 2 x 1200 MWe VVER
Kola 4 x 411 MWe VVER
Leningrad 4 x 925 MWe RBMK, 1 x 1200 MWe, VVER MWe VVER
3 x 1200
Severodvinsk 2 x 40 MWe KLT PWR
Tver 1x 1200 MWe VVER
Kalinin 3 x 950 MWe,VVER MWe VVER
1 x 950
Smolensk 3 x 925 MWe RBMK
Nishhegorod 1x 1200 MWe VVER
Kursk 4 x 925 MWe,RBMK MWe RBMK
1 x 925
Moscow Novovoronezh 2 x 385 MWe, 1 x 950 MWe ,VVER
1 x 1200 MWe , 1 x 1200 MWe VVER
VVER
Balakovo 4 x 950 MWe VVER MWe VVER
, 1 x 950
Rostov/Volgodonsk 1 x 950 MWe VVER MWe , 2 x 1200 MWe VVER
, 1 x 950 VVER
Beloyarsk 1 x BN600 , 1 x BN800
Sversk/Tomsk 1 x1200 MWe VVER
Russia
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13. Operating (17 units, 3,779 MWe) Global nuclear development
Under Const. (6 units, 2,910 MWe)
Planned (10 units, 11,360 MWe)
Narora 2 x 202 MWe PHWR
Rajasthan 1 x 90, 1 x 187, 2 x 202 MWe PHWR MWe ,PHWR MWe PHWR
, 2 x 202 2 x 640
Kakrapar 2 x 202 MWe , 2 x 640 MWe PHWR
PHWR
Tarapur 2 x 150 MWe BWR, 2 x 490 MWe PHWR
Jaitapur 2 x 1600 MWe PWR
Kaiga 3 x 202 MWe PHWR MWe PHWR , 2 x 1600 MWe PWR
, 1 x 202
Madras/Kalpakkam 2 x 202 MWe PHWR , 1 x 470 MWe FBR
Kudankulam 2 x 917 MWe ,VVER
2 x 1200 MWe VVER
India
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14. Global nuclear development
MENA and SA and Turkey
• Iran - Bushehr VVER in testing now
• UAE - moving very fast
• Turkey - Russian nuclear IPP/BOO deal (maybe 4 units)
• Jordan and Egypt - looking to take next steps
• Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, GCC - interested
• South Africa - on hold
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15. Global nuclear development
Europe
• UK - EdF acquires BE; nuclear site auctions
• Sweden - overturns nuclear phase out
• Germany - rethinking of nuclear phase-out
• France - may build more new units
• Italy - now looking at nuclear
• Finland - windfall profits tax, another new unit
• Eastern Europe/Baltic - projects moving ahead
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16. Vendor market share
Vendor market share - US Gen III
AP1000 12 2
ABWR 4 &
EPR 2 1
APWR 2
ESBWR 2 ?
0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16
In operation Under construction Development Planned
Source: EDK analysis, April 2009
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17. Vendor market share
Vendor share – non-US Gen III
VVER 2 7 14 4
ABWR 4 2 9 &
AP1000 2 2 4
EPR 2 2 2
APR-1400 2 2
APWR 2
0 5 10 15 20 25 30
In operation Under construction Development Planned
Source: EDK analysis; April 2009
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18. Other potential topics
Nuclear vendor business model
Total Chinese Rosatom
AECL
Government role
KHNP
AREVA
Toshiba
Hitachi
Mitsubishi
Westinghouse
None
Low High
Vertical integration
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19. US Nuclear industry activity
The first wave of nuclear in the US
Prepare and support COL
Order long-lead items
Commercial
COL review operation
Site preparation Start-up
testing
EPC and other contracts Fuel load
Arrange financing ITAAC
Construction
2008 2010 2012 2014 2016 2018 2020
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20. US Nuclear industry activity
What will the second wave look like?
US COL & DC filings Second wave
construction starts
US First wave
construction begins
US first wave
First COL approvals plants begin
operation
2008 2010 2015 2020
OL-3 First UAE
China, EPR unit COD
Finland COD Ontario
& EdF Flamanville COD
building EPR COD
Ontario First Chinese Many uncertainties about
vendor AP1000 COD new nuclear resolved –
selection much lower risk for 2nd
UAE vendor wave investors
selection
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21. US Nuclear industry activity
Nuclear-related developments
• DOE Loan Guarantees
• Litigation cases
• No nuclear in stimulus bill
• NRC process
• State regulatory actions
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22. FERC repeals laws of physics and economics
• 22 April 2009 (Earth Day) – FERC Chairman Jon Wellinghoff
decides that baseload power is no longer needed.
• “People talk about, 'Oh, we need baseload.' It's like people saying
we need more computing power, we need mainframes. We don't
need mainframes, we have distributed computing.”
• “I think baseload capacity is going to become an anachronism,”
he said. “Baseload capacity really used to only mean in an
economic dispatch, which you dispatch first, what would be the
cheapest thing to do. Well, ultimately wind's going to be the
cheapest thing to do, so you'll dispatch that first.”
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edk@edwardkee.com
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