Ethical economy: The lesson of Fukushima 7 Mar 2012 A year after the Japanese nuclear disaster, both opponents and proponents of atomic energy are saying, “We were right all along.” Their differing analyses and cost comparisons reflect a deep philosophical divide. These days, the nuclear debate ought to be able to get past that.
Kim Jong-un could thaw dictatorship into growth 1 Mar 2012 If North Korea’s basketball-loving young master really wants to build on his limited nuclear deal with the U.S., land reform would be a good place to start. That should boost food supplies and stimulate small business. Privatizations, big finance and crony capitalism can wait.
First U.S. nuke in 30+ years won’t open floodgates 9 Feb 2012 The industry is cheering the first approval to build a new nuclear power plant since 1979. U.S. electricity demand is up 80 percent, suggesting it’s needed. But gas is now plentiful and cheap. Red tape aside, the $7 bln cost for each unit makes atomic economics look grim.