The Economics of Nuclear Power:  Is New Nuclear Competitive?

On July 10, 2009, The Foundation for Nuclear Studies sponsored a luncheon panel discussion of the costs associated with new power plants and whether nuclear power can be competitive. Leading the discussion were two top experts in the area with differing opinions.

Speakers:

• Leslie Kass
  Director, Business Policy and Programs, Nuclear Energy Institute
• Craig Severance
  CPA, co-author of The Economics of Nuclear and Coal Power and author of "Business Risks and Costs of New Nuclear Power"