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.
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
Renewable Energy in Nordic Countries - Alf Bjorseth - SCATEC - April 2010Burton Lee
Renewable energy, particularly solar and wind, is growing in importance across Nordic countries. Solar energy production is led by Norway's strong silicon industry. Currently, hydro provides most electricity in Norway, Denmark, Finland, and Sweden, but wind is growing, especially in Denmark. Future reductions in solar costs and innovations may allow solar to achieve widespread adoption. Large-scale installations and rising production volumes indicate solar is approaching competitiveness without subsidies.
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.
New New Energy - LENR/Cold Fusion/"Free Energy", Fact vs FictionEd Beardsworth
Next Generation Energy - LENR/Cold Fusion/"Free Energy", Fact vs Fiction
The quest, the goal, the holy grail... a source of energy to power modern society which is cheap, clean and inexhaustible. We know a great deal about the sources we have, and why they aren't good enough. Fossil fuel, the sun, geothermal, nuclear, biomass, wind, oceans, etc. And mankind looks farther:
In the realm of "known" or "generally accepted" science, we look for breakthroughs, either to improve on existing sources, or to make practical concepts we know about but can't yet implement, i.e. fusion.
In the realm of "not accepted" science, a perhaps surprisingly large number of people are hard at work to uncover phenomena that are "known" to be impossible. They are scorned, dismissed, ignored and banished by mainstream science, and with a couple of notable exceptions (e.g. cold fusion), completely ignored by the popular and science press.
"Accepted Science"
New Nuclear Fission
A quick survey: small modular reactors (SMR), alternate reactor concepts and fuel cycles.
Fusion
-- the mainstream programs with huge devices (ITER, NEF) unlikely to deliver, ever.
-- alternate approaches - smaller systems may have a chance--some are venture backed
-- aneutronic. uses different "fuels". much less radiation, but much harder to do (higher energy)
"Not Accepted Science"
•"Free Energy" • "Over unity" • "vacuum energy" • "Magnetic motors" Most of it can be dismissed, but perhaps not all. More than a few established and well trained scientists take these things quite seriously, in spite of career risks. Including, by the way, "cold fusion", aka LENR (low energy nuclear reactions).. What will we know in 50 years that we don't know now? Imagine someone describing a nuclear power plant in 1930)
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.
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
Renewable Energy in Nordic Countries - Alf Bjorseth - SCATEC - April 2010Burton Lee
Renewable energy, particularly solar and wind, is growing in importance across Nordic countries. Solar energy production is led by Norway's strong silicon industry. Currently, hydro provides most electricity in Norway, Denmark, Finland, and Sweden, but wind is growing, especially in Denmark. Future reductions in solar costs and innovations may allow solar to achieve widespread adoption. Large-scale installations and rising production volumes indicate solar is approaching competitiveness without subsidies.
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.
New New Energy - LENR/Cold Fusion/"Free Energy", Fact vs FictionEd Beardsworth
Next Generation Energy - LENR/Cold Fusion/"Free Energy", Fact vs Fiction
The quest, the goal, the holy grail... a source of energy to power modern society which is cheap, clean and inexhaustible. We know a great deal about the sources we have, and why they aren't good enough. Fossil fuel, the sun, geothermal, nuclear, biomass, wind, oceans, etc. And mankind looks farther:
In the realm of "known" or "generally accepted" science, we look for breakthroughs, either to improve on existing sources, or to make practical concepts we know about but can't yet implement, i.e. fusion.
In the realm of "not accepted" science, a perhaps surprisingly large number of people are hard at work to uncover phenomena that are "known" to be impossible. They are scorned, dismissed, ignored and banished by mainstream science, and with a couple of notable exceptions (e.g. cold fusion), completely ignored by the popular and science press.
"Accepted Science"
New Nuclear Fission
A quick survey: small modular reactors (SMR), alternate reactor concepts and fuel cycles.
Fusion
-- the mainstream programs with huge devices (ITER, NEF) unlikely to deliver, ever.
-- alternate approaches - smaller systems may have a chance--some are venture backed
-- aneutronic. uses different "fuels". much less radiation, but much harder to do (higher energy)
"Not Accepted Science"
•"Free Energy" • "Over unity" • "vacuum energy" • "Magnetic motors" Most of it can be dismissed, but perhaps not all. More than a few established and well trained scientists take these things quite seriously, in spite of career risks. Including, by the way, "cold fusion", aka LENR (low energy nuclear reactions).. What will we know in 50 years that we don't know now? Imagine someone describing a nuclear power plant in 1930)
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.
The document discusses solar power and testing of solar panels. It provides an overview of solar cell technology, the solar market outlook, and types of solar systems. It then describes the key components and manufacturing process for crystalline silicon solar panels. The document outlines standard test conditions for solar panels and describes using electronic loads to test solar cells and modules by tracing I-V curves and measuring electrical parameters.
Lowering threats in sustainable development using nuclear energy anil_kakodkar
The document discusses the need to expand nuclear energy in a sustainable way to meet growing energy demands while addressing climate change threats. It argues that thorium can play a greater role by providing a proliferation-resistant fuel cycle option for both thermal and fast reactors. The document highlights how the proposed AHWR300 reactor design fueled with LEU-thorium provides inherent safety, sustainability and security advantages over other fuel cycle options.
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 a presentation by Yunasko Limited on ultracapacitors and their efficient power solutions. Yunasko is developing ultracapacitors using proprietary activated carbon materials and nanocoating processes to reduce resistance and increase power. They aim to commercialize low-cost ultracapacitors for applications in transportation, utilities, consumer electronics, and industrial uses. Yunasko sees significant market potential and is working to improve its technology while seeking partners for licensing or new ventures, particularly in North America.
Julie Blunden, VP of Public Policy and Corporate Communications for SunPower Corp, presented at the GW Solar Institute Symposium on April 19, 2010. More information at solar.gwu.edu/Symposium.html
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.
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.
The document describes Sugico Mok Energy Corporation's concentrating photovoltaic technology for producing ultra-low cost solar power. It concentrates sunlight 1,100-5,000x using holographic optics, allowing for photovoltaic costs under $0.01 per watt. The system drives a variable load to reduce intertie costs and produces hydrogen at a cost of $187-109 per metric ton. At these costs, hydrogen is cheaper than other energy sources and could replace fossil fuels. The business plan is to sell energy rather than equipment, targeting the large energy market.
The document outlines FSM's energy policy vision and objectives to improve lives through sustainable energy and decrease reliance on imports. The strategic goals are to improve coordination, provide reliable conventional energy, increase renewable energy share above 30% by 2020, and improve 50% energy efficiency by 2020. The policy establishes an institutional framework and action plans for both national and state governments. Nationally, it focuses on data collection, coordination, and assessments. At the state level, priorities are maintaining diesel generators, expanding renewable systems like solar, and implementing efficiency programs.
1. Securing India's energy future is a major challenge as India will need around 40% of present global electricity generation added to reach an average of 5000 kWh per capita electricity consumption.
2. India has limited domestic energy resources. Coal could last around 11.5 years, uranium between 0.36 to 18.5 years depending on fuel cycle, while thorium resources could last over 170 years at 5000 kWh per capita.
3. A three stage nuclear power program is proposed, starting with PHWR and LWR reactors, then fast breeder reactors, and eventually moving to thorium-based reactors to sustain long-term energy needs while reducing proliferation risks and waste.
The Solar Future DE - Xiaofeng Peng "What is the grid parity vision of the le...Paul van der Linden
The document is a disclaimer and presentation by LDK Solar Co. providing an overview and update about the company in June 2010. It summarizes that LDK is a leading global solar energy company that is vertically integrated across the solar value chain from polysilicon production to solar wafers, cells, and modules. It also outlines LDK's goals to further increase its polysilicon, wafer, cell, and module production capacities going forward.
The Solar Future DE - Bruce Sohn "By 2013, will it have been possible to achi...Paul van der Linden
This document discusses First Solar's strategy to transition solar markets to sustainability. It aims to reduce solar electricity costs through technology development, operational excellence and scale. First Solar uses price adaptive business models and partnerships to expand markets. Its goal is to become the low cost provider of solar electricity globally and maintain financial discipline to ensure superior returns. First Solar also discusses growth opportunities in transitioning solar markets in regions like the US, India, China and opportunities in sustainable markets by 2020-2050 time frame.
Baskin UCSC Panel Feb 18 2009 Peter BordenMary Trigiani
Can renewable energy save the world? Panel discussion held by University of California, Santa Cruz February 11 2009. Peter Borden, Awais Khan, Ali Shakouri.
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.
Wavedragon ses presentation (b2) cork hand out with backup slidesErik Friis-Madsen
The document summarizes a joint project between Wave Dragon and Seaweed Energy Solutions to develop a combined wave energy converter farm and seaweed cultivation operation in Wales, UK. The consortium involves Wave Dragon, which develops wave energy technology, Seaweed Energy Solutions, a seaweed innovation company, and the Bellona Foundation, a non-profit environmental organization. The project aims to establish a 1 MW wave farm paired with an initial 80 tonne per year seaweed farm, and expand to larger commercial scale operations co-locating 45 Wave Dragon converters generating 180 MW paired with a 20,000 tonne per year seaweed farm. The combined operation is estimated to have significantly lower costs than individual wave or seaweed farms alone.
Technical aspects of improving acceptance of nuclear power insac 2012anil_kakodkar
This document discusses technical aspects of improving public acceptance of nuclear power by addressing the "catastrophe syndrome" caused by events like Chernobyl and Fukushima. It notes that public trust has been damaged by perceived consequences of nuclear accidents. To regain acceptance, it advocates a comprehensive safety approach including reassessing design basis assumptions, severe accident response, emergency management capabilities, and safety culture. It also discusses establishing dual-level design criteria to ensure plants can cope with extreme events without significant off-site impacts. Overall, the document analyzes factors influencing public views of nuclear power and proposes strategies to minimize perceived risks and consequences of nuclear accidents.
The presentation provides an overview of Renewable Energy Corporation (REC) and the solar energy industry:
1) REC is a leading vertically integrated solar energy company that produces silicon materials, wafers, solar cells and modules. It has over 4,000 employees worldwide and revenues over NOK 9 billion.
2) Demand for solar energy is growing rapidly and is expected to surpass other energy sources like oil and coal by 2050 due to concerns over climate change. REC is
The document discusses solar power and testing of solar panels. It provides an overview of solar cell technology, the solar market outlook, and types of solar systems. It then describes the key components and manufacturing process for crystalline silicon solar panels. The document outlines standard test conditions for solar panels and describes using electronic loads to test solar cells and modules by tracing I-V curves and measuring electrical parameters.
Lowering threats in sustainable development using nuclear energy anil_kakodkar
The document discusses the need to expand nuclear energy in a sustainable way to meet growing energy demands while addressing climate change threats. It argues that thorium can play a greater role by providing a proliferation-resistant fuel cycle option for both thermal and fast reactors. The document highlights how the proposed AHWR300 reactor design fueled with LEU-thorium provides inherent safety, sustainability and security advantages over other fuel cycle options.
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 a presentation by Yunasko Limited on ultracapacitors and their efficient power solutions. Yunasko is developing ultracapacitors using proprietary activated carbon materials and nanocoating processes to reduce resistance and increase power. They aim to commercialize low-cost ultracapacitors for applications in transportation, utilities, consumer electronics, and industrial uses. Yunasko sees significant market potential and is working to improve its technology while seeking partners for licensing or new ventures, particularly in North America.
Julie Blunden, VP of Public Policy and Corporate Communications for SunPower Corp, presented at the GW Solar Institute Symposium on April 19, 2010. More information at solar.gwu.edu/Symposium.html
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.
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.
The document describes Sugico Mok Energy Corporation's concentrating photovoltaic technology for producing ultra-low cost solar power. It concentrates sunlight 1,100-5,000x using holographic optics, allowing for photovoltaic costs under $0.01 per watt. The system drives a variable load to reduce intertie costs and produces hydrogen at a cost of $187-109 per metric ton. At these costs, hydrogen is cheaper than other energy sources and could replace fossil fuels. The business plan is to sell energy rather than equipment, targeting the large energy market.
The document outlines FSM's energy policy vision and objectives to improve lives through sustainable energy and decrease reliance on imports. The strategic goals are to improve coordination, provide reliable conventional energy, increase renewable energy share above 30% by 2020, and improve 50% energy efficiency by 2020. The policy establishes an institutional framework and action plans for both national and state governments. Nationally, it focuses on data collection, coordination, and assessments. At the state level, priorities are maintaining diesel generators, expanding renewable systems like solar, and implementing efficiency programs.
1. Securing India's energy future is a major challenge as India will need around 40% of present global electricity generation added to reach an average of 5000 kWh per capita electricity consumption.
2. India has limited domestic energy resources. Coal could last around 11.5 years, uranium between 0.36 to 18.5 years depending on fuel cycle, while thorium resources could last over 170 years at 5000 kWh per capita.
3. A three stage nuclear power program is proposed, starting with PHWR and LWR reactors, then fast breeder reactors, and eventually moving to thorium-based reactors to sustain long-term energy needs while reducing proliferation risks and waste.
The Solar Future DE - Xiaofeng Peng "What is the grid parity vision of the le...Paul van der Linden
The document is a disclaimer and presentation by LDK Solar Co. providing an overview and update about the company in June 2010. It summarizes that LDK is a leading global solar energy company that is vertically integrated across the solar value chain from polysilicon production to solar wafers, cells, and modules. It also outlines LDK's goals to further increase its polysilicon, wafer, cell, and module production capacities going forward.
The Solar Future DE - Bruce Sohn "By 2013, will it have been possible to achi...Paul van der Linden
This document discusses First Solar's strategy to transition solar markets to sustainability. It aims to reduce solar electricity costs through technology development, operational excellence and scale. First Solar uses price adaptive business models and partnerships to expand markets. Its goal is to become the low cost provider of solar electricity globally and maintain financial discipline to ensure superior returns. First Solar also discusses growth opportunities in transitioning solar markets in regions like the US, India, China and opportunities in sustainable markets by 2020-2050 time frame.
Baskin UCSC Panel Feb 18 2009 Peter BordenMary Trigiani
Can renewable energy save the world? Panel discussion held by University of California, Santa Cruz February 11 2009. Peter Borden, Awais Khan, Ali Shakouri.
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.
Wavedragon ses presentation (b2) cork hand out with backup slidesErik Friis-Madsen
The document summarizes a joint project between Wave Dragon and Seaweed Energy Solutions to develop a combined wave energy converter farm and seaweed cultivation operation in Wales, UK. The consortium involves Wave Dragon, which develops wave energy technology, Seaweed Energy Solutions, a seaweed innovation company, and the Bellona Foundation, a non-profit environmental organization. The project aims to establish a 1 MW wave farm paired with an initial 80 tonne per year seaweed farm, and expand to larger commercial scale operations co-locating 45 Wave Dragon converters generating 180 MW paired with a 20,000 tonne per year seaweed farm. The combined operation is estimated to have significantly lower costs than individual wave or seaweed farms alone.
Technical aspects of improving acceptance of nuclear power insac 2012anil_kakodkar
This document discusses technical aspects of improving public acceptance of nuclear power by addressing the "catastrophe syndrome" caused by events like Chernobyl and Fukushima. It notes that public trust has been damaged by perceived consequences of nuclear accidents. To regain acceptance, it advocates a comprehensive safety approach including reassessing design basis assumptions, severe accident response, emergency management capabilities, and safety culture. It also discusses establishing dual-level design criteria to ensure plants can cope with extreme events without significant off-site impacts. Overall, the document analyzes factors influencing public views of nuclear power and proposes strategies to minimize perceived risks and consequences of nuclear accidents.
The presentation provides an overview of Renewable Energy Corporation (REC) and the solar energy industry:
1) REC is a leading vertically integrated solar energy company that produces silicon materials, wafers, solar cells and modules. It has over 4,000 employees worldwide and revenues over NOK 9 billion.
2) Demand for solar energy is growing rapidly and is expected to surpass other energy sources like oil and coal by 2050 due to concerns over climate change. REC is
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.
Moscow ethics presso for social media clubOlga Genn
The document discusses digital ethics and honesty. It outlines three main rules: be honest about your identity and relationships; share opinions respectfully while allowing others to form their own; and be transparent in disclosures. Examples are given of how companies have failed or succeeded in following these ethics guidelines. The key takeaways are to be transparent about who you are and who you represent, express genuine beliefs, and use good judgment before posting online.
Este documento describe el protocolo a seguir en las reuniones rotarias. Incluye detalles sobre los elementos necesarios como banderas, campana y mazo, y el orden de prelación en la cabecera. También especifica el procedimiento para presentar invitados, el esquema de una reunión típica que incluye la recepción, el programa y el cierre, y normas sobre el comportamiento de los asistentes. El objetivo es asegurar que las reuniones rotarias sigan las normas establecidas para preservar su ceremonial.
The document summarizes the Observation Survey, a tool used to observe and measure visitor behavior in museums. It can be used to:
1) Survey visitor paths, analyze time spent and stops, and identify what attracts or is ignored by visitors.
2) Evaluate exhibits, accessibility, and how visitors use museum services.
3) Evaluate communication and effectiveness of permanent and temporary exhibits.
The Observation Survey tool collects real-time data on mobile devices and displays it on a web application for analysis. It aims to evaluate displays and communication, optimize data collection, and train museum staff. Several Italian museums have experimented with the Miranda Observation Survey tool.
The document summarizes the Observation Survey, a tool used to observe and measure visitor behavior in museums. It can be used to:
1) Survey visitor paths, analyze time spent and stops, and identify what attracts or is ignored by visitors.
2) Evaluate exhibits, accessibility, and how visitors use museum services.
3) Evaluate communication and effectiveness of permanent and temporary exhibits.
The Observation Survey tool collects real-time data on mobile devices and displays it on a web application for analysis. It aims to evaluate displays and communication, optimize data collection, and train museum staff. Several Italian museums have experimented with the Observation Survey tool.
The document summarizes initiatives several MGM Resorts International properties have undertaken to increase energy efficiency and sustainability, such as installing variable frequency drives, improving lighting efficiency, increasing recycling rates, and implementing renewable energy projects. These projects have resulted in annual savings of over $5 million and 50 million kWh of energy across MGM properties.
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.
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 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.
Millennium Electric is an Israeli company that develops, manufactures, and installs solar photovoltaic and thermal energy systems globally through partnerships and distributors around the world. The company has 68 megawatts of solar projects completed and has a pipeline of 600 megawatts of projects backed by letters of intent over the next 5 years located in Europe, Asia, Africa, and South America. Millennium has strategic partnerships with leading solar brands and operates 18 factories for module production with an annual capacity of 300 megawatts.
The Presentation file included what is nuclear power, Type of nuclear reaction, how a nuclear power-plant works, advantages & disadvantages of nuclear power, information about nuclear powered states, information about states with nuclear states and so on
The document provides an overview of nuclear batteries, including their historical development, energy production mechanisms, fuels, advantages, drawbacks, and applications. Nuclear batteries harness energy from radioactive decay through thermoelectric generators or betavoltaics to provide a long-lasting compact power source. They have potential applications in space, medical devices, mobile electronics, transportation, military equipment, and underwater sensors due to their longevity, safety, and lack of emissions. However, their initial production costs are high and existing regulations may limit their usage and disposal.
Renewable energy technologies and their potentialRahul Gupta
The document discusses various renewable energy technologies and their potential. It describes renewable energy as energy sources that are naturally replenished and exist perpetually in the environment. The major renewable sources mentioned are wind energy, solar energy, biomass energy, hydro energy, and geothermal energy. For wind energy, it discusses how wind turbines work to convert kinetic wind energy into electrical energy. It also provides details on solar thermal and photovoltaic technologies to harness solar energy. Overall, the document outlines the working and status of different renewable sources with the aim to highlight their significant potential to provide clean and sustainable energy.
The document discusses solar energy and photovoltaic cells. It notes that fossil fuels are not sustainable as it takes millions of years to form them, while the amount of solar energy that hits Earth in one day exceeds global energy usage in a year. The document describes different types of solar technologies including passive solar, solar thermal, and solar electric using photovoltaics. It discusses efforts to develop organic photovoltaic cells from solution-processed materials like perylene diimides that could lower costs compared to traditional silicon cells. Overall the summary aims to provide a low-cost way to harness the abundant solar energy that reaches Earth.
Solar photovoltaic energy principles involve converting sunlight into electricity through photovoltaic cells. The document discusses the history and development of photovoltaic technology from the 1800s to present day. It provides overviews of different photovoltaic cell technologies including crystalline silicon, thin film technologies, and multi-junction cells. Tables and diagrams are presented on topics like currently available cell efficiencies, market shares of cell technologies, area requirements for different module types, and the components that make up photovoltaic systems.
Reprocessing and recycling nuclear waste has several benefits: it reduces the volume of waste, extends the safe storage time of waste from millions of years to hundreds of years, and extracts usable material from the waste to generate additional energy. While reprocessing can produce weapons-grade plutonium, newer proliferation-resistant methods like pyroprocessing are being developed. The document recommends funding research into cost-effective reprocessing methods and beginning construction of a reprocessing facility within the next 10 years along with a mixed-oxide fuel fabrication plant and pebble bed fast neutron reactor to fully realize the benefits of reprocessing nuclear waste.
This document discusses nuclear batteries as a long-lasting power source. It begins by explaining the need for compact, reliable power supplies that do not require frequent replacement like chemical batteries. Nuclear batteries generate electricity from radioactive isotopes and can last for decades. The document then covers various types of nuclear batteries such as direct charging generators that use alpha and beta particle emissions, as well as betavoltaic cells that convert beta radiation into electricity similar to solar cells. Applications discussed include use in space, medical devices, mobile electronics, and sensors. Advantages highlighted are extremely long lifespan, compact size, and ability to provide power in remote locations.
Hey friends, let us have a look on nuclear power plant...!!!! Are they really safe or not???...Read the presentation and find out the answer...!!! A special info with updated knowledge is provided.
List of Nuclear power plants in India and the World. Information about the construction, safety features, environmental effects of Kudankulum Nuclear Power Plant. Nuclear Fission and Fusion. Advanatges and disadvantages Nuclear Plant.
China nuclear power: From Importing to exporting technologyYannick Perez
The document discusses China's nuclear energy sector. It covers:
1) The history and current status of China's nuclear power program, including the number of reactors in operation and under construction.
2) Driving factors behind China's investment in nuclear energy such as energy demand, resource distribution issues, and environmental goals.
3) The major players in China's nuclear industry including CNNC, CGN, and SPI.
4) Key technologies used in China including domestic reactor designs and plans for technology exports.
5) Regulations, safety oversight, and grid integration of nuclear power in China.
6) Remaining challenges for China's nuclear program around costs, standardization, technology independence, and management.
1. The document discusses the high costs and safety risks of separating plutonium from spent nuclear fuel for recycling. Plutonium can be used to make nuclear weapons, and separating it commercially was a mistake.
2. Breeder reactors, which were meant to recycle plutonium, proved to be much more expensive and unreliable than water-cooled reactors. Recycling plutonium in light water reactors is about 10 times more costly than dry cask storage of spent fuel.
3. Continued reprocessing and dense-packing of spent fuel in storage pools poses safety risks. Pools would be safer if older spent fuel was moved to air-cooled dry casks
THE ULTIMATE RENEWABLE RESOURCE - SOLAR POWERDv Nareshkumar
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2. Disclaimer
The 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 our clients or by my colleagues.
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3. New nuclear power
Electricity without fossil fuel or emissions
– Energy independence (e.g., France, Japan, Korea)
– Post-petroleum strategic investment (e.g., Middle East)
– Clean and carbon-free (e.g., Scandinavia and US)
May not be low-cost resource without carbon credits
– High capital costs offset by stable and low energy costs
– Upward pressure on electricity prices to recover capital investment
Vendor/design market shake-out underway
– Only a handful of new designs under construction; fewer in operation
– Winning vendors/designs determined in next decade
– More units sold early more orders learning curve/supply chain
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4. Nuclear opinion polls
“Do you support or oppose Australia “Should your country start using or
developing nuclear power plants for the increase the use of nuclear power?”
generation of electricity?” - 27 Jan 2009 - March 2009
India 67% 29% 4%
China 62% 29% 9%
35%
43%
S. Africa 55% 33% 12%
USA 57% 24% 19%
22% World 29% 40% 31%
0% 100%
Support Don't know Oppose Yes Yes, if concerns addressed No
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5. Energy Density
Producing
1 GWh of
electricity
requires:
Uranium (5% enriched) Coal
Fuel 3 kg 400,000 kg
(300 cubic cm) (265 cubic meters)
Waste 3 kg (no reprocessing) 1,090,000 kg of CO2,
0.1 kg or 10 cubic cm (with NOx, SOx, particulates,
reprocessing) ash, arsenic, mercury, etc
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6. Nuclear energy = green?
Exelon Energy -
Emission-Free Energy
Certificate (EFEC) – energy
is from nuclear, wind, and
other carbon-free sources
RWE - ProCLimate
2011 in Germany – nuclear
and hydro at fixed prices
Atoomstroom.nl -
nuclear energy retailer in
Netherlands – CO2 free
and subsidy free nuclear
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7. New nuclear plants expensive
Ga Pwr (AP1000, '08)
Moody's ('08)
Calvert Cliffs (EPR, '07)
Lazard ('08)
Levy County (AP1000, '08)
Turkey Point (AP1000, '07)
S&P ('08)
TVO (EPR, '05)
STP (ABWR, '08)
2,000 2,500 3,000 3,500 4,000 4,500 5,000 5,500 6,000 6,500
$USD/kW
Overnight capital cost ESTIMATES from public reports
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8. Nuclear carbon control
Not easy to monetise nuclear CO2 benefits
Uncertainty may delay or stop investment
1,041
622
46 39 18 17 15 14
Coal Natural Gas Biomass Solar PV Hydro Nuclear Geothermal Wind
Life-cycle tons of CO2 equivalent per GWh
Source: "Life-Cycle Assessment of Electricity Generation Systems and Applications for Climate Change Policy Analysis," Paul J.
Meier, University of Wisconsin-Madison, August 2002.
7
9. Nuclear vs. other options
Source: "The Economics of Nuclear Reactors,” Mark Cooper, June 2009, p. 56
Notes: US dollars and cents; Circle size and number are estimated construction time in months
8
10. Nuclear power plant design
Generation I
Generation II
Generation III+
Early
Prototypes Most operating
commercial Evolutionary LWRs with advanced safety
power reactors and other features
Gen IV
1950 1995 2000 2005 2010 2015 2020
Vendors competing to become a world standard design
– Identical pre-approved designs at multiple sites around the world
– Long production lines for components; sharing of strategic spares, etc
– Replicate nuclear fleet approach in France and US nuclear navy
– 50Hz units dominate now; fewer North American 60 Hz units
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12. Operating (11 units, 8,587 MWe)
Under Const. (16 units, 14,517 MWe)
Planned (59 units, 60,219 MWe) Hongyanhe (WaFangDian) 4 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 4 x AES 91 VVER
Lianyungang 6 x CPR1000
Wuhu / Bamaoshan 6 x CPR1000
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 2 x AP1000
China Xianning 4 x CPR1000
Ningde 6 x CPR1000
Fuqing 6 x CPR1000
Daya Bay 2 x 944 MW PWR
LingAo 4 x CPR1000
Taishan 2 x EPR
YangJiang 6 x CPR1000
Bailong 6 x CPR1000
Changjiang / Hainan Island 2 x CNP-600
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13. Operating (31 units, 21,983 MWe)
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 RBMK4 x 1200 MWe VVER
,
Severodvinsk 2 x 40 MWe KLT PWR
Tver 1x 1200 MWe VVER
Kalinin 4 x 950 MWe VVER
Smolensk 3 x 925 MWe RBMK
Nishhegorod 1x 1200 MWe VVER
Kursk 5 x 925 MWe RBMK
Moscow Novovoronezh 2 x 385 MWe, 1 x 950 MWe2VVER MWe VVER
, x 1200
Balakovo 5 x 950 MWe VVER
Rostov/Volgodonsk 2 x 950 MWe VVER , 2 x 1200 MWe VVER
Beloyarsk 1 x BN600, 1 x BN800
Sversk/Tomsk 1 x1200 MWe VVER
Russia
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14. Operating (17 units, 3,779 MWe)
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, 4 x 202 MWe PHWR , 2 x 640 MWe PHWR
Kakrapar 2 x 202 MWe PHWR MWe PHWR
, 2 x 640
Tarapur 2 x 150 MWe BWR, 2 x 490 MWe PHWR
Jaitapur 2 x 1600 MWe PWR
Kaiga 4 x 202 MWe PHWR , 2 x 1600 MWe PWR
Madras/Kalpakkam 2 x 202 MWe PHWR1 x 470 MWe FBR
,
Kudankulam 2 x 917 MWe VVER , 2 x 1200 MWe VVER
India
13
15. Middle East and North Africa
Under
Proposed Planned
construction
14
16. Role of Government
All existing nuclear power plants were built with
government/public ownership or support
– Government or government utility owner
– Regulated utility owner
Most of the world new nuclear build is by governments
(China, Russia, etc.)
Some existing units operate as merchants (e.g.,
Constellation, Entergy, Exelon in US, BE in UK)
Unclear if there is a feasible merchant power plant model
for new nuclear, even with government assistance (e.g.,
US DOE Loan Guarantees)
15
17. Gen III market share in US
AP1000 14
EPR 2 2
ABWR 2
APWR 2
ESBWR 2 ?
0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16
In operation Under construction Development Planned
Source: EDK analysis, Aug 2009
16
18. Gen III market share outside US
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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19. New nuclear plant design risk
New construction approaches
– Lessons from Areva OL-3/TVO – nuclear build is not easy
– Modular construction – how & who & where?
Technical issues still unresolved
– Passive safety approach
– All-digital Instrumentation & Control
– Very large single-unit turbine generators
Operational performance
– New round of latent defects?
– French N4 design experience
18
20. Rise of the i-nuke
Toshiba 4S (Super Safe, Small and Simple; 10
MWe)
Hyperion (25 MWe)
NuScale (40 MWe)
19
21. Nuclear renaissance –
overtaken by events?
Economic depression/recession
Difficult to finance any large capital project
Electricity demand lower, need for new capacity lower/later
Natural gas cheaper, increased use for electricity generation
Climate change policy (in US)
Emphasis on renewable energy
Nuclear not in stimulus bill or energy bills
Carbon benefits for nuclear remain unclear
High capital cost estimates
Conservative, so less chance of cost overruns
Nuclear power economics not so good
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22. US second wave projects
US COL & DC filings US second wave
construction starts
US first wave
construction begins
US first wave
First US COL project COD
approvals
2008 2010 2015 2020
OL-3 First UAE
China, EPR unit COD
Finland COD
& EdF Flamanville
building EPR COD
First Chinese Many uncertainties about
UAE vendor AP1000 COD new nuclear resolved –
selection
much lower risk for 2nd
wave investors
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23. Nuclear Spin
Pro-Nuclear Anti-Nuclear
Past lessons were learned; Cost overruns and delays will
Capital costs: nuclear can be competitive happen again; OL-3 is proof
Excellent experience; lowest High uranium prices not yet in
Operating costs: fuel costs ever nuclear fuel costs
Excellent recent performance; Long outages and issues with
Performance: best ever some units remain
Nuclear CO2: Carbon-free energy Life-cycle C02 emissions
Current on-site approach is Need million-year solution
Spent fuel: fine; 50 years with no problem before building any new plant
Nuclear power = nuclear
Weapons: National policy and IAEA
weapons
Safety: Very high level of safety TMI, Chernobyl, “close calls”
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24. What’s my spin?
Nuclear power needed to control CO2
Nuclear power is good technology; but
expensive to build, operate and maintain to
meet current high level of safety and reliability
Very large capital investment
– High operating margins once operational
– 60-year or longer operating life
– Commercial projects difficult
– Governments role may be required
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