September 15 NEC Energy News
¶ “No Need For Nuclear Power To Reach Australia’s Climate Goals: Finkel” • Australia has no need to include nuclear power in its future energy mix as it moves to meet emissions reductions targets to combat climate change, Australia’s former chief scientist Alan Finkel said. Dr Finkel was once an advocate of nuclear power. [Renew Economy]
¶ “Speedy Shift To Nuclear Power In Japan Shot Down By Watchdog” • Japan’s procedure for restarting nuclear reactors can’t be hastened, according to the nation’s top atomic watchdog. The natural-disaster risk assessment takes time. This presents a potential hurdle in the government’s effort to speed the revival of power plants. [Yahoo News]
¶ “Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station Set To Unveil Water-Test Results” • The owner of the Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station plans to share test results on the plant’s radioactive water at a meeting of a state nuclear advisory panel this month. But Holtec says it could be next year before the company is ready to reveal how it plans to dispose of the water. [WCAI]
¶ “Leapmotor Starts Exports Of The T03, And The First 60 Units Are On Their Way To Israel” • Chinese EV manufacturers have been exporting vehicles to Europe and other places, but are now starting to really position themselves for global exports on a larger scale. The Leapmotor T03 is one example. The car starts at the equivalent of $10,000 in China. [CleanTechnica]
¶ “‘Our Next Energy’ To Showcase Anode-Free Battery With 600-Mile Range” • Our Next Energy says it has created an anode-free battery cell with an energy density of 1,007 Wh per liter. The new cell eliminates the need for graphite and anode equipment, which could make it possible for manufacturing costs to be as low as $50 per kWh. [CleanTechnica]
¶ “Patagonia’s Founder Transfers Ownership Into Two Entities To Help Fight The Climate Crisis” • Patagonia, based in Ventura, California, sells outdoor apparel and equipment. It was founded in 1973 by rock climber Yvon Chouinard. He and his family are transfering ownership to two nonprofits, which will use its profits to fight climate change. [CNN]
¶ “California’s Mosquito Fire Prompts More Evacuations As It Races Toward Mountain Communities” • The Mosquito Fire burning in Northern California flared up and charged toward the community of Foresthill, torching more homes and burning dangerously close to a high school. It has already consumed 58,544 acres in two counties. [CNN]
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