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Passes Highlands on way to NYC New York State announced on Tuesday (June 16) that a 339-mile transmission line that carries hydroelectricity from Canada to New York City has been completed. The line passes the Highlands under the Hudson River. The state said the 1,250-megawatt Champlain Hudson Power Express will deliver 10.4 terawatt-hours of renewable energy and provide up to 20 percent of New York City's power needs. The $6 billion project will help replace some of the power lost when the Indian Point nuclear plant, on the river near Peekskill, closed in 2021. The shuttered plant overlooks the route of the transmission line, which is buried in the river for 68 miles between Greene and Rockland counties. By 2040, it is expected to reduce the state's carbon emissions by 37 million metric tons. Hydro-Quebec, a Canadian hydropower company, partnered with Transmission Developers Inc., owned by the investment giant Blackstone, to build the line. Under a 25-year contract with the state, Hydro-Quebec will deliver electricity from a substation in Québec to an interconnection point in the Richelieu River at the Canadian border. The U.S. portion of the line begins under Lake Champlain in Clinton County and passes through 15 counties, 60 towns and 60 school districts, including Beacon's. It includes 146 miles of underground cable and 193 miles of underwater cable in Lake Champlain, the Hudson and the Harlem River and connects to New York City's grid in Astoria, Queens. According to Transmission Developers, the cable under the Hudson bypassed a section of river contaminated by General Electric that underwent a clean-up overseen by the Environmental Protection Agency, and a section of Haverstraw Bay that is a fish breeding and spawning habitat. The company said the machine used to carve trenches in the riverbed did not disperse large amounts of sediment. Transmission Developers estimates that the line will save ratepayers $17.3 billion over 30 years and provide $1.4 billion in tax revenue over 25 years. Although some counties provided tax breaks, public opposition in Dutchess prompted Transmission Developers in July 2022 to withdraw its request for $105.5 million in tax breaks over 30 years, plus exemptions for $13.6 million in sales taxes and $1.3 million in mortgage taxes. The company is expected to apply again.

Philipstown filmmaker profiles Trump accuser Ivy Meeropol, who lives in Philipstown, directed her first documentary, Heir to an Execution, about her grandparents, Julius and Ethel Rosenberg, who were executed in 1953 as Communist spies. In the 22 years since, Meeropol has made films about Red-baiting lawyer Roy Cohn, the Indian Point nuclear power plant and a surge of seals and great white sharks on Cape Cod. Her latest film, Ask E. Jean, tells the story of E. Jean Carroll, a women's magazine advice columnist, writer and New York City personality who, in 2019, accused President Donald Trump of sexually assaulting her 25 years earlier in a Bergdorf Goodman dressing room. She appeared that year on the cover of New York magazine in the dress she said she had been wearing. She sued Trump for defamation and battery, and in 2023 was awarded $83.3 million in damages. The following year, after the former president denied the allegations and called Carroll a "wack job" whom he did not know, a jury awarded her another $5 million. Trump has appealed the $5 million judgment to the U.S. Supreme Court. On Wednesday (May 27), CNN reported that the Justice Department has launched a criminal investigation into whether Carroll committed perjury. Meeropol grew up with the legacy of her grandparents, whose federal espionage trials were a defining moment of the Cold War, sparking anti-Communist hysteria and a global debate over civil liberties. The world was similarly divided by competing political visions when Meeropol spent time with Carroll and her lawyer, Robbie Kaplan, during their preparations for the 2023 lawsuit. "I feel that I have been a witness to history — like I had a front row seat to incredible events," Meeropol says. Both her grandparents' and Carroll's stories drew her in "because of who I am, because I grew up with being fully aware and always curious about what was going on behind the news — stories that are not censored but just not fully told. "I always want to humanize the people involved in these epic stories, because they end up being owned by the public or judged in a certain way, and it's limited," she says. "With my grandparents' case, it was that they're totally evil, or they were these pure, perfect martyrs who people revered. There was something else in there that was the truth." She says that Carroll was vilified in the press, "with Trump leading the charge, to make her out to be a Democratic operative, a wack job, a kook, a weirdo who would 'go up in the dressing room with a man.' It was important to me that we get to hear her story and see what she went through. It still amazes me that a lot of people don't even know that he was found liable for sexual abuse and defamation by two juries. They just don't know." The problem was, Carroll wasn't interested in participating in a film. But a friend recognized Meeropol's name; Carroll liked her films. Even then, there was reluctance. "Numerous times along the way, she said, 'Oh, people don't need to hear … They won't want to hear this story.' Yeah, they do. They will!" Carroll was crowned Miss Indiana University in 1963 and Miss Cheerleader USA in 1964. "She was the cheerleader, a beauty queen, a sorority sister and then a television talent," Meeropol says. "Her contradictions were so interesting to me. She was telling women, 'You don't need to be married. Go to college!' but at the same time accommodating men's horrible behavior and making excuses for it, and saying that women should be tougher." Meeropol believes that young women, including her 17-year-old daughter, need to learn about E. Jean's life. "For young people, especially young women, to see this and have empathy and understanding for what she went through and then be inspired by where she is now is important." The film made its New York City debut on May 22 at the IFC Center. "For the audience seeing this together in a theater, it is electric," Meeropol says. "Watching it together is important, because t...

Documentary filmmaker Ivy Meeropol (“Bully. Coward. Victim.: The Story of Roy Cohn”, “After The Bite”) returns for her 3rd visit to the podcast. Her latest film “Ask E. Jean” which recently had a very successful festival run and is currently in theaters. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SgyI8GStcao Ivy Meeropol is the Director and Producer of “Ask E. Jean”, a feature documentary film about the advice columnist and journalist E. Jean Carroll who sued Donald Trump for rape and defamation and won. In 2023, she completed “After The Bite” (HBO), a feature documentary about the explosion of great white sharks and seals on Cape Cod. She premiered her HBO documentary “Bully. Cward. Victim.: The Story of Roy Cohn” at the 2019 New York Film Festival and in 2020 the film was nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Historical Documentary. She was the Senior Story Producer on the CNNFilms documentary “The End: Inside the Last Days of the Obama White House” , which premiered at the National Archives in Washington, DC. She directed and produced the feature “Indian Point”, about an aging nuclear power plant close to New York City, which was honored with the Frontline Award for Journalism in a Documentary Film and aired on NHK during the anniversary of Fukushima in Japan. Ivy created and directed the 6-part nonfiction series “The Hill” (Sundance Channel), about Congressman Robert Wexler (D-FL) and his young staff (nominated for best series by the International Documentary Association). She produced the feature documentary “Museum Town”, which premiered at SxSW, and has produced and directed for the Emmy Award winning climate change series “Years of Living Dangerously” (National Geographic) and for “Death Row Stories” (CNN). Ivy's debut film, “Heir to an Execution” (HBO), explored the legacy of her grandparents Ethel and Julius Rosenberg. It premiered at Sundance and was shortlisted for an Academy Award. She is a member of the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts & Sciences and serves on the Professional Advisory Board of The Jacob Burns Film Center.

In classic UFO Happy Hour form, we welcome Rob Kristoffersen to discuss little-known UFO cases that were reported in he and Ryan's home state of New York. Cases discussed include the infamous Walesville jet crash, the Cherry Creek UFO landing, the Raymond Ryan UFO pursuit, a shocking sighting over the Indian Point nuclear reactor, and the chilling Rita Malley encounter. Blending humor, history, and high strangeness, this is a fascinating look at New York's hidden UFO legacy. Follow Rob on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/yerguyrob/⁠ Use promo code: SOMEWHERE15 for 15% OFF Anomalous Cards: https://www.letsgetanomalous.com/ Send us a Voicemail with questions, comments, or topic suggestions: https://www.speakpipe.com/SomewhereSkiesPod Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/somewhereskies ByMeACoffee: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/UFxzyzHOaQ Substack: https://ryansprague.substack.com/ All Socials and Books: https://linktr.ee/somewhereskiespod Email: ryan.sprague51@gmail.com Opening Theme Song by Septembryo Closing Song by Per Kiilstofte Copyright © 2026 Ryan Sprague. All rights reserved. #UFOs #NewYork #NYC #NewYorkState #UAP #UFOlogy #UFOCases #SomewhereintheSkies #Paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LEAVING MAGA, FINDING EARTH DAY SOLARTOPIA   We start GREEP Zoom #263 with the wonderful MAGA refugee JENNIE GAGE reporting from Arizona and her brave new post-Trump/Mormon life.   Amidst the aftermath of the now-iconic AI image of Donald Trump as Jesus, we hear from star Raw Story reporter ALEXANDRIA JACOBSON.   According to both Jennie and Alexandria, the “trinity” of the Epstein Files, the Iran War and the economy is shredding the Trump MAGA camp forever.   Viktor Orban's monumental loss is tagged as a MAGA loss by Charisse Sebastian who emphasizes the need for “unconventional” thinking.   With memories of Hungary, we hear that SANDY BOLZENIUS remembers how Orban took power and has now been left in the dust by a worldwide people's movement.   From Minnesota, KARLA SAND comments that the Democratic Party is in a complete shambles.   Also from Ohio, MORGAN HARPER dissects the economic crisis tearing the Buckeye State into unpredictable, independent pieces as she reminds us that the root of the Epstein/Wexner scandal is still right there.   From the world of election security, NATHAN TAYLOR focuses on who owns the vote counting machines, and asks whose benefit do they and their “algorithmic behaviors” really serve?     EARTH DAY SOLARTOPIA!!   This special segment is to be broadcast nationwide for Earth Day 56, April 22, 2026.     We start our journey to save the planet with HOWIE HAWKINS, former Green Party presidential candidate with a full report from Ukraine, whose nuclear reactor are under apocalyptic attack, and where a grassroots movement is desperately trying to move that war-torn country to a 100% green-powered Solartopia.   As for nuclear security, reactor safety expert KEVIN KAMPS warns of the chance a reactor could be attacked with a drone and turned into an Apocalyptic nightmare. Legendary master economist GREG PALAST lays out the nitty-gritty of the multi-billion-dollar scams surrounding the failed nuclear reactors at Shoreham and elsewhere throughout the US. From New York's Indian Point the great SUSAN SHAPIRO brings to the crucible the insane multi-billion push to build ever-more reactors, even with the deeply discredited reprocessing scam that release climate changing gases that threaten human existence.   Forever activist/journalist KARL GROSSMAN adds to Greg's epic explanation of how citizen activism took down the Shoreham plant along with so many more. Renewable energy Godfather RON LEONARD condemns to corruption of the Long Island utility industry and recalls his pioneer history of bringing solar power to New York. From California legendary activist MYLA RESON reports that Congresswoman MAXINE WATERS blames the pro-nuke actions of radioactive Democrats on the money that permeates America's corrupt political system/swamp.   At Solartopia! we envision a totally post-fossil nuke green-powered Earth, and these great experts and activists are helping to make it happen. To join the fight, please contact Harvey “Sunny” Wasserman at solartopia@gmail.com and sign up for the Pacificanetwork.org's SOLARTOPIA! show going forward for the years to come.  As we launch at Earth Day, the Solartopia! Show promises the only route to a sustainable future of clean, green energy.... CONTACT:  SOLARTOPIA!  Radio:  solartopia@gmail.com  

Seven years ago, New York enacted a law to eliminate fossil fuels as a source of electricity by 2040. The grand plan has not been going well. When Rep. Mike Lawler, a Republican whose district includes Philipstown, stood before the partially deconstructed Indian Point nuclear plant earlier this month, he pointed to its 2021 closing as an example of Democrats creating "an absolute disaster for New York's energy grid." As part of a long-shot bid to get the reactors restarted, he cited the state ban on fracking gas, the blocking of pipelines, the denial of permits to the Danskammer methane power plant near Newburgh, electric vehicle mandates, laws to electrify construction and, most of all, "the passage of the disastrous CLCPA." The state enacted the Climate Leadership & Community Protection Act in 2019. Its goal was to transition over several decades to renewable energy sources that don't contribute to global warming. This week, the United Nations issued the latest in a series of increasingly alarmed announcements. "Planet Earth is being pushed beyond its limits," said U.N. Secretary General António Guterres, urging the world to transition away from fossil fuels as quickly as possible. "Every key climate indicator is flashing red." The climate law has three primary targets: (1) 70 percent of electricity produced by renewable sources by 2030; (2) complete zero-emissions electricity by 2040, and (3) 85 percent less greenhouse gas emissions in 2050 than were produced in 1990. Lawler and other critics argue that the law is unrealistic and costly. "Hudson Valley families are being suffocated with rising energy costs because of Gov. [Kathy] Hochul's failed and disastrous energy policies," he said at Indian Point. "It is time to reverse course." Those who support the climate law are also frustrated with it, for different reasons. "These claims that we're seeing that the climate law is the cause of the energy emergency and the cost-of-living emergency and affordability crisis are pretty bunk, because the law isn't being implemented," said Kobi Naseck, the director of programs for the coalition group New York Renews. In October, a state judge in Ulster County agreed, siding with a contingent of environmental groups that sued the state for failing to follow the law. Last summer, a state analysis found that New York is three years behind its 2030 goal and six years behind its 2040 goal. Smaller, less-publicized climate targets in the law have fared no better. An online tracking tool created by Columbia University lists actions that have missed deadlines, from the collection and disposal of mercury thermostats to the capture of methane from landfills to energy audits of larger buildings. The lawsuit argues that the state is paying lip service to its emission-reduction goals because it has not established any way to enforce industry violations. New York did announce a "cap-and-invest" program in which large-scale polluters would be fined for emissions over a certain threshold; the fines would be invested in renewable energy, upgrading the electrical grid, creating jobs and consumer rebates, among other benefits. But after two years gathering comments and creating outlines, Hochul in January 2025 "made it clear that those regulations were not going to be coming anytime soon, and there was no Plan B for what the state was going to do to implement the climate law," said Rachel Spector, a lawyer with Earthjustice, the lead organization in the lawsuit against the state. The judge in Ulster County gave the state two options: Issue the overdue regulations or change the law. Last week, Hochul said she would work with the state Legislature to change the law. "We need more time," she said, proposing that the state promise to adopt regulations by the end of 2030 and change the 2040 and 2050 target dates. Hochul also wants to change the way the state calculates emissions, particularly methane and biofuels, using a more forgiving formula. She is pus...

Mark talks about the problems Kristi Noem and Corey Lewandowski have; an illegal migrant arrested 15 times, shoved 2 people onto the NYC subway tracks recently; Liza Minelli's new book revelations; Jeff Bezos wife Lauren Sanchez supposedly had her sights on Bill Clinton years ago, and the push to re-open the Indian Point nuclear plant. 

Mark talks about the problems Kristi Noem and Corey Lewandowski have; an illegal migrant arrested 15 times, shoved 2 people onto the NYC subway tracks recently; Liza Minelli's new book revelations; Jeff Bezos wife Lauren Sanchez supposedly had her sights on Bill Clinton years ago, and the push to re-open the Indian Point nuclear plant. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Quick recap This was the 259th Green Grassroots Emergency Election Protection Coalition Zoom call, focusing on current issues including the war in Iran, ICE activities in Minnesota, and election protection efforts. The meeting began with reports from Hedy Tripp and Jonathan Kent about ongoing ICE operations in Minneapolis, where agents have gone underground but continue targeting communities through tactics like posing as community members. Joel Rubin, former Assistant Secretary of State under Obama, provided analysis of the Iran conflict, explaining how Trump's decision to attack Iran may be connected to domestic political issues including the Epstein scandal. The discussion then shifted to election protection, with Andrea Miller sharing details about voter suppression efforts in Virginia and encouraging phone banking to support redistricting. The latter part of the meeting featured Dr. Paul Heroux presenting research linking electromagnetic fields from power systems and telecommunications to diabetes, explaining how electromagnetic radiation can interfere with metabolic processes and drug effectiveness. The call concluded with plans to discuss nuclear power issues, including the potential revival of the Palisades nuclear plant in Michigan. Next steps myla: Send David a letter and/or proposition for the Great American Write-In of Orange County this coming Saturday myla: Email and text Harvey the link to the Zoom call (already in progress, but explicitly mentioned) Mike/Team: Connect David (or have him put his email in the chat) to receive the letter/prop from myla Sunny/Andrea/Team: Revisit and update the usgrassroots.org election protection website for 2026, including review of usable content and planning a campaign for November election protection Andrea/Team: Recruit and organize phone banking for Virginia redistricting, with training every Tuesday and Thursday, and provide information to voters Camilla: Post the link to the "Spring Clean Your Wireless" initiative and 704 No More in the chat Sunny/Andrea/Ray Lutz/Ray McClendon: Devote next week's meeting to a deep dive on election protection, including website review and campaign planning Anna Georgie/Clamshell Alliance/Partners: Send out call to 465 groups and people to make the connection between No Kings, No Nukes, and No War for March 28th actions Kevin Kamps: Share contact information and links for further information and support (already done in chat, but requested by Sunny) All interested: Participate in March 28th No Kings/No Nukes/No War actions and help make the connection publicly Sunny/Team: Post the link to Anna's article/memo about linking No Kings and No Nukes (if available) Sunny/Andrea/Ray Lutz/Ray McClendon: Have a full session next week on election security, including deep dive on Dominion/Liberty Vote issues Summary Minneapolis ICE Activities Community Update The meeting focused on updates and discussions about ongoing issues, particularly in Minneapolis regarding ICE activities and community responses. Hedy Tripp and Jonathan Kent reported from Minneapolis, describing recent protests, the presence of ICE patrols, and the continued impact on local communities, including schools. The group discussed the presence of law enforcement, including park police and sheriff's deputies, and the use of drones for surveillance. There was also mention of potential future guests, including Nikima Levy Armstrong, a local civil rights advocate. The meeting emphasized the need for continued vigilance and community solidarity in the face of ongoing challenges. Surveillance and U.S.-Iran Relations Update Jonathan reported on changes in surveillance tactics in the Twin Cities, noting that while overt operations have decreased due to legal challenges, agents have become more strategic by hiring from within communities. Joel Rubin provided an analysis of U.S.-Iran relations, explaining how the current conflict evolved from the Obama administration's nuclear deal with Iran, through Trump's withdrawal from the agreement and military actions, to the recent Israeli strikes on Iranian targets. Joel highlighted the humanitarian concerns and lack of clear end-state strategy following the military actions. Trump's Iran Attack Strategy Discussion Joel and Sunny discussed the timing and potential motivations behind Trump's decision to attack Iran, particularly in light of recent domestic issues and the potential influence of the Epstein case. Joel expressed skepticism about the popularity of the war and questioned whether it aligns with U.S. national security strategy, noting that the Middle East was not a priority in recent national security documents. They also touched on the challenges of addressing Iran's nuclear capabilities, including the enriched uranium that remains in the country and the potential risks involved in retrieving it. The conversation concluded with a brief exchange about pre-existing plans and international dynamics surrounding the conflict. Iran Missile Strike Discussion The group discussed the recent missile strike that killed schoolgirls in Iran, with Joel suggesting the target may have been outdated due to an nearby IRGC facility and expressing hope for a thorough investigation. Melissa Bird, a congressional candidate from Oregon, criticized the lack of rules of engagement in the conflict, arguing that Secretary Hegseth's removal of such rules would maximize civilian casualties. She also highlighted concerns about veterans' services and AIPAC's influence on congressional decisions. The discussion concluded with Melissa confirming that ICE will not be establishing a facility in Newport, Oregon. ICE Prevention and Election Strategies The group discussed efforts to prevent ICE from establishing facilities in Oregon, with Melissa reporting successful community pushback against proposed hotel accommodations. Lynn raised concerns about military indoctrination processes and described connections between U.S. and Israeli interests. The discussion then focused on election protection strategies for the upcoming November 26th election, with plans to update and revitalize the existing usgrassroots.org website to address potential voter disenfranchisement efforts, particularly affecting women and rural voters. The group also discussed recent developments regarding the Voting Rights Act and gerrymandering, noting that Republican attempts to manipulate district boundaries may be limited in their effectiveness. Political Discussion and Redistricting Sunny and Andrea discussed political topics, including potential presidential candidates and election-related issues. Andrea addressed Ruth's question about Trump's proposed SAVE Act, explaining that it would likely not pass constitutional muster due to federalism principles and states' control over election administration. The conversation then shifted to Virginia's redistricting efforts, where Andrea presented slides about the counter-campaign against proposed redistricting changes, highlighting the hypocrisy of opponents who claim the changes would silence Black voters while opposing the teaching of Black history in schools. Virginia Redistricting Vote Discussion Andrea discussed an upcoming Virginia redistricting vote on April 21st, where voters will decide whether to approve a new redistricting commission similar to California's system. She highlighted concerns about an opposing campaign led by a white person in Williamsburg that she felt was misusing Black history. The discussion included information about phone banking opportunities through the Center for Common Ground, with 45 days of early voting and 470,000 phone numbers in the database. The conversation then shifted to Anna's article connecting the No Kings Day (March 28th) with the No Nukes movement, particularly in relation to the 47th anniversary of the Three Mile Island accident. Diabetes and Electromagnetic Fields Research Dr. Paul Heroux presented research connecting type 2 diabetes with electromagnetic fields from power systems and telecommunications, explaining how non-thermal radiation can interfere with human metabolism and potentially affect the efficacy of medications like metformin. He described how electromagnetic fields can act as agonists of metformin, influencing electron traffic in the oxidative phosphorylation pathway and potentially impacting millions of people with diabetes, whether they take metformin or not. The discussion highlighted concerns about the proliferation of electromagnetic fields without adequate health studies and suggested reaching out to medical associations to raise awareness about this potential risk. Electromagnetic Frequencies and Diabetes Link Paul discussed the potential link between electromagnetic frequencies and diabetes rates, citing historical data on power consumption and diabetes trends in the United States following the 1973-1974 oil embargo. He explained that both low-frequency and radio-frequency electromagnetic radiation can have detrimental metabolic effects, including inhibiting mitochondria and affecting insulin binding. Paul suggested that mitigation strategies are possible for both electrical networks and radio frequency radiation, though significant changes would be needed in personal habits and industry practices to address the issue effectively. EMF Health Effects Discussion The meeting focused on the health effects of electromagnetic fields (EMF) and their potential links to conditions like diabetes. Dr. Paul Heroux explained how EMF exposure, particularly affecting the hippocampus, could impact memory and intellectual performance, especially in school settings where children are exposed to Wi-Fi. Camilla highlighted the need for action against expanding EMF exposure, mentioning the 704 No More initiative and a new "Spring Clean Your Wireless" checklist to help reduce personal exposure. The discussion also touched on international differences in EMF safety standards, with Russia having significantly lower limits than the United States. Palisades Nuclear Plant Restart Plans Kevin Kamps discussed the ongoing efforts to restart the Palisades nuclear power plant, highlighting safety concerns and delays. He explained that Holtec International, the plant's current owner, has proposed restarting the 60-year-old reactor and building two new ones on the same site, despite multiple safety issues including problems with the reactor vessel closure head. Kevin also mentioned that Holtec has proposed rebuilding Indian Point Units 2 and 3, emphasizing the risks associated with these plans. Sunny emphasized the high costs and potential alternatives like wind power, which could provide more affordable and safer energy solutions. Nuclear Power and Wind Energy The meeting focused on nuclear power issues, particularly the potential closure of Palisades nuclear plant and offshore wind energy alternatives. Kevin discussed a study by former Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm showing over 300,000 megawatts of wind power potential in the Great Lakes, which could provide cleaner energy at lower cost than reactor upgrades. Karl highlighted ongoing efforts to reactivate Indian Point nuclear plants in New York despite safety concerns, while Anna suggested organizing against nuclear power through peace marches and educational campaigns. The group also discussed the connection between nuclear facilities and data centers, with Vina raising concerns about the potential for nuclear plants to power data centers that could be targets in future conflicts.  

Effort would cost $10+ billion and require governor's approval Rep. Mike Lawler believes he's found the answer to soaring energy bills. Standing in the cold and drizzle at the shuttered Indian Point nuclear power plant in Buchanan on March 6, the Republican, whose House district includes Philipstown, announced an ambitious plan to rebuild and reopen the plant. "Hudson Valley families are being suffocated with rising energy costs because of Gov. [Kathy] Hochul's failed and disastrous energy policies," he said. "It is time to reverse course." He was flanked by Chris Wright, the secretary of the U.S. Department of Energy, and Kris Singh, the CEO of Holtec International, the company that owns and is in the process of decommissioning the plant. The announcement came as the Trump administration is attempting to have 10 new nuclear reactors under construction by 2030, and three smaller, experimental reactors up and running by July 4 of this year. It also comes as New York grapples with its goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions, which cause global warming. To reach its ambitious benchmarks, the state may need to modify its 2019 climate law, which requires New York to get 70 percent of its power from renewable energy by 2030 and 100 percent zero-emissions by 2040. Nuclear energy is not renewable, but it is zero-emissions. Wright estimated that Indian Point could be reopened in five years for "a little more than" $10 billion. "The only reason this won't happen is if the politicians don't let it happen," he said. When Indian Point shut down in 2021, a legal agreement went into effect banning future nuclear energy production at the site without the unanimous consent of the Village of Buchanan, the Town of Cortlandt, Westchester County, New York State and the Hendrick Hudson School District. Although both the county and the state recently reaffirmed their commitment to keep the plant closed, Lawler thinks the governor can be convinced. "Kathy Hochul has said a lot of things over the years, including that she wouldn't approve NESE," he said, referring to the Northeast Supply Enhancement pipeline. "And look what happened, she did. She said she wouldn't do congestion pricing and look at what happened. So, I don't really care what Kathy Hochul has previously said. The question is: Is there the political will to actually do something to drive down energy costs?" Buchanan Mayor Theresa Knickerbocker supports reopening. "It was a mistake to close this," she said. "It was reliable base power. I'm not against renewables. But nuclear is part of the energy equation." Getting the other four stakeholders to agree will be an uphill battle. Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins said on March 6 that he hasn't changed his mind. "Let me be clear — because apparently I was not clear enough for Congressman Lawler and the Trump administration — restarting the Indian Point nuclear power plant is not welcome in Westchester County," he said in a statement. "New York State already has access to a range of low-cost, environmentally responsible energy alternatives, including solar, wind, geothermal and hydropower. We do not need — and we do not want — Indian Point back online. The health and safety of millions of residents in the Hudson Valley will always matter more than reopening a nuclear facility." Ken Lovett, a senior communications advisor on energy and the environment for Hochul, said on March 6 that the governor also isn't interested. "The governor has emphatically stated she will not support the reopening of Indian Point and is instead pushing her Ratepayer Protection Plan and a realistic energy strategy designed to keep the lights on and costs down," he said, referring to a suite of policies Hochul announced in January aimed at lowering energy bills, including tying executive pay for utility CEOs to affordability and energy assistance programs. "It's hypocritical that the same Michael Lawler who previously attacked Holtec over its decommissioni...

Despite legal barriers, persistent talk about restart When the Indian Point nuclear power plant south of Philipstown shut down in 2021, its legal obligations were clear: It could not restart, nor could any new nuclear power be generated there, without the unanimous consent of the Village of Buchanan, the Town of Cortlandt, Westchester County, New York State and the Hendrick Hudson School District. Despite that high bar, the insistence by county and state officials that they will never allow nuclear power to be generated at the site, and the fact that the plant is being dismantled, the possibility of Indian Point reopening continues to surface. The question came up again at the Feb. 19 meeting of the Indian Point Decommissioning Oversight Board (DOB) after a video was posted online of a plant worker saying that the decommissioning of one part of the plant was on hold due to a possible restart. The video was shot by Andrew Walker, aka Radioactive Drew. On his YouTube channel, which has nearly 100,000 subscribers, Walker shares his documentaries about the world's most radioactive places. In a three-part video that premiered last month, Walker was given a tour of Indian Point by two longtime employees. When visiting the turbines at Reactor 3, Walker asks Brent Magurno, a radiation protection supervisor, "With the whole possible restart that's on the table of this place happening, no work has been done to take these out of service, right?" "Initially, yes," said Magurno. "But then we stopped once the question was asked about restarting, and so we're not proceeding until we get the final answer on that on this side of the plant." A few minutes later, decommissioning supervisor Brian Vangor noted that, because of an ongoing legal dispute over whether Holtec can discharge radioactive wastewater into the Hudson River, some equipment the plant could theoretically use if it were to reopen remains in place. "Many more things would be taken apart if the water in some of those pools I told you about was gone," he said. "New York State did us a little bit of a favor. Rare, but they did us a favor." Holtec International, the company responsible for decommissioning, has said it has no plans to reopen Indian Point. When DOB chair Tom Congdon asked Holtec's Matt Johnson at the Feb. 19 meeting if the video meant its plans had changed, he replied that Magurno's comment was "categorically false and incorrect." "We have not started work on the turbines based on our schedule and our resources," Johnson said. "My opinion is that it was somebody who was excited and showing our plant and maybe got a little ahead of himself and used a poor choice of words, so that is not what Holtec intends to put out there." Johnson said that he did not know when the turbines were scheduled for removal, but that it would not be in the next year. "We don't have any plans to restart at this time," he said. "If for some reason that came about, obviously there would be major changes to decommissioning, because we wouldn't be able to do that with funds from the decommissioning trust fund." Dana Levenberg, a state Assembly Member who sits on the board and whose district includes Philipstown, said that "this kind of stuff obviously makes the community trust you less." "You tell us one thing at the DOB meeting, and then we hear something else in a video, and people go crazy," she said. "We don't need that. We need reassurances and assurances and proof on paper, in writing, signed documents that says what your plan is, when you're going to do this, when you're going to do that, and you need to stick to it." In September, Kelly Trice, the president of Holtec International, said that Indian Point could be restarted in four years for $8 billion to $10 billion. At a DOB meeting a few weeks later, Holtec's Patrick O'Brien said that Trice was speaking theoretically because the federal Department of Energy had asked all shuttered nuclear plants for estimates of what it would take ...

Quick recap The meeting focused on two major topics: voting rights and nuclear power. The discussion began with concerns about ICE's presence at polling places and the SAVE Act, which would require proof of citizenship for voter registration. The group then explored the dangers of reopening aging nuclear power plants, particularly Palisades in Michigan, where Holtec International faces significant challenges in meeting safety standards and documentation requirements. The conversation highlighted how both Democratic and Republican leaders are supporting nuclear power despite its cost and safety issues, with Trump personally taking control of nuclear regulations. The conversation ended with concerns about California's Democratic Party platform, which removed environmental protections and nuclear power restrictions, and the need for a renewed focus on solar and wind energy over nuclear power. Next steps Hedy Tripp: Persuade Minneapolis training organizers to consider putting their in-person ICE resistance training sessions on the internet (e.g., Zoom, Instagram) for broader access, as requested by Sunny. Andrea Miller: Share the link to the Virginia redistricting presentation in the chat and host the presentation on Thursday night as announced. Ellen Slavick: Put the link to the "Atomic Dragons by Swans" art exhibition at Pitzer College in the chat (confirmed done during meeting). Vina Colley: Connect with Ellen Slavick (and her husband) regarding radiation exposure assessment work and share relevant links or information as requested. Dorothy Reik and Susie Shannon: Reach out to the new Environmental Caucus chair (Sam) to educate him on the facts about nuclear energy and work to reintroduce anti-nuclear language into the California Democratic Party platform. Roger Rapoport, Susan Shapiro, Karl Grossman, and Sunny: Collaborate on writing and publicizing the findings about Holtec/Palisades and the lack of documentation, targeting both public education and the financial/investor community. Team: Organize and promote participation in the No King's Day march (March 28th) and link nuclear safety concerns to Donald Trump's role in nuclear regulation for public education. Team: Attempt to contact Joe Rogan (and/or Stuart Brand) to engage in public discussion/debate on nuclear issues, as suggested by David Saltman. Vina Colley: Work with Veterans for Peace, Chris Busby, and Paul Mobley to develop and share materials calculating radiation exposure for affected communities. Team: Revisit and discuss Don Mosier's research on low-dose radiation and breast cancer in a future meeting, as suggested by Myla. Karl Grossman: Publish and distribute the article on New York's nuclear push and the climate change misinformation to national outlets after Long Island distribution. Team: Focus public education efforts on the true emissions and climate impact of nuclear energy, as highlighted by Susan Shapiro and Karl Grossman. Summary Team Meeting and Event Planning The meeting began with greetings and technical adjustments, including addressing audio issues for Myla. Gree-Gree and Harvey discussed editing a video, which caused some frustration. The group briefly touched on current events, such as the Texas gubernatorial race and a power outage at a nuclear plant in Delaware. Hedy shared her experience attending a conference in Southern California. As the conversation ended, participants prepared for an upcoming event, with Sunny and others discussing logistics and welcoming attendees. Election and Nuclear Power Concerns The meeting focused on two main topics: election protection and nuclear power issues. The group discussed concerns about ICE presence at polling stations in 2026 and Trump's efforts to eliminate voting by mail. They also addressed the situation in Minneapolis, where Hedy Tripp reported on weekly rallies and a planned week-long training session for resistance activities. The second hour of the meeting will cover nuclear power issues, including the restart of the reactor at Three Mile Island and the Palisades nuclear plant situation. Vote-by-Mail and ICE Election Impact Melissa Bird, a candidate for Congress in Oregon's 4th Congressional District, discussed concerns about vote-by-mail processes and the potential impact of ICE presence on elections. She emphasized the importance of early voting and ensuring ballots are sent directly to county election offices due to changes in postal rules and the presence of ICE in Oregon. Andrea Miller, an expert on voting in the Southeast, expressed concerns about the reliability of vote-by-mail systems and recommended in-person early voting where possible. Melissa also announced endorsements from Progressive Victory and the Working Families Party of Oregon, adding to her growing support. SAVE Act Senate Passage Uncertainty Andrea discussed the passage of the SAVE Act in the House and its challenges in the Senate, highlighting concerns about proof of citizenship requirements for voter registration, which disproportionately affect women, rural residents, and people in poverty. Melissa emphasized the bill's impact on marginalized communities and criticized it as an overreach of federal authority in managing elections. Sunny inquired about the likelihood of the bill passing the Senate, and Andrea noted the uncertainty but expressed skepticism about Democrats supporting it, given potential legal challenges and opposition from both Democratic and Republican states. ICE's Impact on Voting Rights The meeting focused on discussions about ICE's presence in various states and its potential impact on voting rights. Participants expressed concerns about ICE's role in communities, particularly in low-income and minority areas, and discussed legislative efforts to restrict ICE activities. The group also touched on recent FBI raids on voting centers in Georgia and the need for stronger enforcement mechanisms to protect voting rights. Paul Johnson raised concerns about government subsidies for AI farms, and the conversation ended with a brief discussion about voting issues in California and the need for effective pushback against voter suppression efforts. Election Integrity and Voting Rights The group discussed voting rights and election integrity, with Lynn Feinerman sharing progress in Marin County where the county executive has removed ICE cooperation funding from the budget. Susie Shannon emphasized that once voters are prevented from casting their ballot on Election Day, there is no remedy for individual voters, while Paul Newman highlighted the need to address private prisons and their role in the criminal justice system. The conversation ended with Andrea Miller announcing her upcoming discussion on Virginia redistricting and warning about new election legislation that would require proof of citizenship and residence for voting. Voter Rights and Energy Concerns The group discussed voter suppression efforts and the importance of protecting and turning out the vote in upcoming elections. They highlighted the need for on-the-ground solutions to combat voter intimidation and the challenges faced by certain demographics in accessing polling places. The conversation then shifted to energy issues, including the transition to sodium-based batteries and the dangers of Donald Trump's regulation of nuclear power plants. The conversation ended with a brief mention of an upcoming art exhibit at Pitzer College. Palisades Nuclear Plant Restart Challenges The meeting focused on the challenges and risks associated with the Palisades nuclear plant in Michigan, which has been shut down due to safety and economic issues. Roger Rapoport explained that Holtec International, the plant's owner, has faced significant delays and financial challenges in attempting to restart the plant, with estimated costs of up to $1.25 billion for repairs and further delays of up to five years. The discussion highlighted broader concerns about the nuclear industry, including the lack of economic rationale for nuclear power compared to renewables, the safety risks associated with nuclear plants, and the influence of political leaders and the energy industry in promoting nuclear energy despite these challenges. The group also discussed similar issues at other nuclear plants, such as Indian Point in New York, and emphasized the need for independent regulation and transparency in the nuclear industry. Exploring Solar vs Nuclear Energy The group discussed nuclear power policies, with Susie Shannon explaining that the California Democratic Party's platform was weakened by removing protections for underserved communities and environmental measures, including nuclear energy safety provisions. They explored the possibility of shifting focus to solar energy as a more viable alternative to nuclear power, noting that solar technology has become significantly more cost-effective than nuclear. Ellen Slavick shared information about her husband's work on a UN radiation study that concluded there is no safe threshold for nuclear exposure, and mentioned an upcoming art exhibition at Pitzer College featuring work by seven women artists related to nuclear issues. Nuclear Safety and Regulatory Concerns The group discussed concerns about nuclear power plants, including inadequate record-keeping, missing welding documents, and the risks of accidents. They highlighted the need to address these issues, with David suggesting buying shares in companies like Holtec to influence decisions. The conversation also touched on the lack of regulation under Trump's administration and the potential for accidents, with Karl noting that extending the life of old plants is "asking for a catastrophe." The group agreed that they are now in "25th Amendment territory" due to these risks and the need to convince policymakers to change course. Nuclear Industry's Public Perception The group discussed the nuclear industry's financial viability and public perception, with Susan Shapiro emphasizing the need to educate the public about nuclear power's emissions and carbon footprint. They agreed to link nuclear safety to Donald Trump and planned to participate in the "No Kings, No Nukes" march on March 28th, aiming to draw 10 million people. The group also discussed attacking Joe Rogan's promotion of nuclear power and connecting with the solar industry to highlight nuclear's cost issues. Vina mentioned working with Veterans for Peace to calculate radiation exposure levels, and Tatanka shared information about a 50-year energy plan by big oil companies to control the world's energy supply.

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Decommissioning board also discusses funding, data centers The board overseeing the decommissioning of the shuttered Indian Point nuclear power plant south of Philipstown moved its Dec. 11 meeting from Cortlandt Town Hall to the Buchanan-Verplanck Elementary School, about a mile from the facility. The venue change was notable because Michael Trombley, the superintendent of the Hendrick Hudson school district, spoke to the board, outlining the financial pressure the district faces without the payments in lieu of property taxes paid by the plant, which closed in 2021. The shutdown resulted in the loss of nearly one-third of the district's annual operating budget, he said, "a financial hit that no school district is built to withstand." Trombley said that, while the district is grateful for state grants it has received, "these targeted, specific acts of aid do not address the long-term consequences of our district hosting over 1.7 million kilograms of spent nuclear fuel stored on tax-exempt land that cannot be repurposed for economic development." Although state and federal lawmakers have allowed municipalities to tax spent nuclear fuel as property, Trombley urged the board to lobby for the proposed federal STRANDED Act (Sensible, Timely Relief for America's Nuclear District's Economic Development) and other legislation that would increase the compensation that municipalities would receive until the U.S. government builds a permanent storage facility for spent nuclear fuel. If the legislation were to pass, Trombley said that the federal aid coming to the district would make up for the budget shortfall caused by the Indian Point closure. Without it, the district will have to raise taxes by 5 percent to 8 percent every year, or make drastic cuts, such as eliminating sports programs, severely reducing arts programs or merging with another district. "That is not meant to scare people," he said. "It is meant to provide a stark reality of what the shutdown of Indian Point has caused." Fund factors Board members asked representatives from the federal Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) at the Dec. 11 meeting about their oversight of a $2.1 billion fund that is paying Holtec Decommissioning International (HDI). While Indian Point was operating, a small portion of each customer's payments went into the fund. HDI hired its parent company, Holtec International, for some waste disposal and fuel storage work. Noting that some projects have cost much more than the estimates, board members accused Holtec of overcharging itself and essentially "double-dipping" from the fund. NRC representatives said they had determined that Holtec had not done anything to "impede" the timely decommissioning of the plant. "If they're overspending, it ends up being an impediment to decommissioning because they run out of money, right?" asked board member Richard Webster, from Riverkeeper. "Our focus is not on whether they went over or under their budget," said the Elise Eve of the NRC. "It's that they have sufficient funds to complete decommissioning." She noted factors that can affect the budget, such as inflation. She said the NRC would continue to review the fund annually to ensure it has sufficient funds. "The question is: If Holtec International charges HDI twice the price per cask as they charge any other [decommissioning] site, is that acceptable to the NRC?" asked Webster. Eve replied: "That's not something that we're going to be regulating." What next? Holtec is finishing an extensive analysis of the area around a former training building that was discovered last year to be unexpectedly contaminated with cesium-137. The company has theorized that the low-level radioactive contamination may be from soil near the first reactor that was excavated and deposited at the edges of the property when the site's second and third reactors were built in the 1970s. Once the contamination is cleaned up, Holtec plans to apply for a "partial site release," which would...

Andrew Cuomo, running for Mayor of New York City, makes his debut on the program with Sid to discuss his run for New York City mayor. Cuomo addresses his tenure as governor, including his efforts to retain the Buffalo Bills, infrastructure projects, and his COVID-19 response, defending his actions and expressing empathy for those who lost loved ones. He also talks about his controversial bail reform, its evolution, and the decision to close Indian Point. Cuomo criticizes the current administration's handling of crime and emphasizes his experience and capacity for effective governance. The conversation shifts to Cuomo's thoughts on his relationship with President Trump and fellow candidate Curtis Sliwa, as well as his strong stance on Israel and opposition to antisemitism. Cuomo presents himself as a capable leader focused on getting things done for the city. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Holtec says no wastewater releases imminent A federal judge ruled on Wednesday (Sept. 24) that the state overstepped its authority when it passed a law to prevent the company decommissioning Indian Point from discharging radioactive wastewater into the Hudson River. The Save the Hudson act was passed in August 2023 to prevent Holtec International from discharging water containing tritium as it decommissions the shuttered nuclear power plant near Peekskill. Holtec sued in April 2024, arguing that the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 gives the federal government the "exclusive right to regulate the discharge of radioactive materials from nuclear power plants." The company also argued in its lawsuit that the discharges would be far below the federal government's limits for tritium in wastewater, and that Indian Point routinely made similar discharges during the 50 years the plant operated. Judge Kenneth Karas in White Plains agreed, ruling Wednesday that Holtec was within its rights and had assured compliance with federal regulations. New York Attorney General Letitia James has not yet announced whether she will appeal the decision. But Holtec officials said Thursday (Sept. 25), during a meeting of the Indian Point Decommissioning Oversight Board (DOB), that the company is not planning any discharges in the near term, and that they would discuss the issue with local stakeholders at a meeting next month. Even if the company decides to release wastewater into the Hudson, it needs to give the state a minimum 30-day notice. "Everyone is still digesting this," said state Sen. Peter Harckham, one of the Save the Hudson act's sponsors. "We don't know what the attorney general will do. I think we all need to wait and let the process play out, however it's going to play out in the courts." Holtec also said on Thursday that it is not considering reopening Indian Point - despite a recent article in Politico in which Kelly Trice, the company's president, said that it would be possible. The company estimates that rebuilding the reactors would cost $8 billion to $10 billion and take four years. Its estimate was prepared because the federal Department of Energy is "asking everyone that has a closed or decommissioned site," said Patrick O'Brien, a Holtec official. "The question we always get asked is, 'Is it possible to potentially rebuild Indian Point?' " he said at the DOB meeting. "Our goal is to answer the question once and for all publicly and just say yes, but if the political will exists." If Holtec did try to reopen Indian Point, it would face numerous hurdles. First, as part of the shutdown agreement, any plans to again create nuclear energy at the site must be unanimously approved by the Village of Buchanan, the Town of Cortlandt, Westchester County, New York State and the Hendrick Hudson School District. At the DOB meeting, Susan Spear, Westchester's commissioner of emergency services, read a statement from County Executive Ken Jenkins in which he declared that the county "will not agree to support and will oppose any application for nuclear reactors at the Indian Point site." According to Jenkins, "We need to just move on." Holtec would also face logistical hurdles. The company's estimate for reopening is based on essentially rebuilding the current plant, despite the fact that the reactors have been shut down and dismantled. "We would use existing equipment and add reconstituted parts," said O'Brien. "There's still good equipment there. For now we're continuing down a path of decommissioning." As the design of Indian Point was found, near the end of its lifecycle, to be in violation of the Clean Water Act, any new nuclear at Indian Point wouldn't be able to draw water from the Hudson. Holtec is in the final stages of attempting to restart the Palisades Nuclear Plant in Michigan, which initially shut down in 2022, by the end of the year. If it succeeds, it will be the first time a shuttered nuclear power plant has been restarted in the Un...

At Climate Week NYC continues, the hottest topic is the question of how to meet growing demand for electricity while cutting emissions. In New York State, electricity use is expected to increase by 25% over the next 15 years. To meet that demand, the state plans to add tens of gigawatts or renewables. But that is not enough. It also wants more “dispatchable, emissions-free” power to keep the grid stable, and that includes new nuclear reactors.Back in June, Governor Kathy Hochul asked the New York Power Authority to move ahead with at least 1 gigawatt of new nuclear generation. And the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) is exploring what it needs to do to make that happen. Doreen Harris is President and CEO, and she explains to host Ed Crooks that nuclear is a central pillar of an emissions-free power mix.She says New York's plan isn't about bringing back old reactors like the ones at the Indian Point nuclear plant, controversially closed in 2021. The state wants new designs that are safer, modular, and more efficient. NYSERDA is leading a “Master Plan for Responsible Advanced Nuclear Development”, expected to be published by end of 2026, to explore technologies ranging from large reactors to small modular and micro reactors. Ed and Doreen discuss the plan, and the barriers and opportunities for nuclear in the US.Support from federal, state and local governments is going to be essential to make new nuclear construction a reality. But backing from the private sector will also be essential. Nick Campanella is a Senior Equity Research Analyst at Barclays investment bank. He says new nuclear investment will move forward only if three pieces line up: clear policy support, customers willing to buy the power, and an EPC ready to build the plant.Nick and Ed discuss the cost overruns and delays that have plagued nuclear projects in the West. Hyperscalers might be able to get costs down by committing to multiple reactor builds at once. The ‘first-of-a-kind' project is always risky. The ‘nth-of-a-kind' developments that benefit from the lessons learned on previous projects should be more predictable, and less costly. Nick believes it is quite possible that a final investment decision to build at least one new nuclear plant in the US is very possible before the end of 2026. If that happens, the first project to go ahead could be for large plants, not small or micro reactors. The US grid doesn't need tens of megawatts; it needs thousands.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on Green Street, Patti and Doug talk about the plastic industry's effort to re-classify pyrolysis (burning of plastic) as “manufacturing,” the environmental havoc caused by flame retardant chemicals used in forest fires, and the possibility that the old Indian Point nuclear power plant just north of New York City will be re-activated to meet the growing demand for power. Then PhD biologist Dr. Sanda Steingraber talks about the current war on science, and reminds us of all the achievements that have been made possible through government funding of research.

Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's shutdown of the Indian Point nuclear plant years ago was seen as a safety win, but it's driven up emissions, raised electricity costs, and complicated New York's climate goals. Now, as Cuomo pursues a political comeback, critics say the closure left the grid dirtier and consumers paying more. POLITICO's Marie French breaks down what it means for New York's energy future and the Democratic debate over nuclear power. Plus, President Donald Trump pledged in a social media post Wednesday that the U.S. won't approve solar or wind projects that he says harm farmland. Marie J. French covers energy and the environment for POLITICO New York.  Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of POLITICO Energy. Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.  Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Our theme music is by Pran Bandi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I'm not sure on this one. On the one hand, Isabelle Boemeke is a pin-up of an environmentally activist generation - going from superstar Brazilian model and Instagram influencer to the author of Rad Future, a manifesto about how nuclear electricity will save the world. On other other hand, there's something slightly troubling in our social media age about this kind of dramatic trajectory - especially given the existential stakes here. Especially since Boemeke - who happens to be married to Joe Gebbia, Airbnb co-founder and one of the world's richest men - acknowledges her lack of scientific knowledge about electricity, nuclear or otherwise. The New York Times just ran a piece about Boemeke , describing her appearance as “like the heroine of a dystopian novel”, and expressing similar concerns, even wondering is she might be in the pay of the nuclear electricity lobby. I guess my worry is less about Boemeke and more about a culture that is comfortable transforming “saving the world” into an Instagrammable meme. Or maybe, as Boemeke suggested in our feisty conversation, I'm just an old fart who just doesn't get the immediacy of the existential environmental crisis that the world now faces. 1. Nuclear Energy Has Surprising Bipartisan Political SupportUnlike most energy sources, nuclear power enjoys support from both Trump and Biden administrations. This rare political consensus suggests nuclear might transcend typical partisan energy debates, making it more viable for large-scale implementation than other clean energy sources.2. The Weapons-Electricity Connection Is Largely OverblownOnly 7 of the 31 countries with nuclear electricity have weapons, and 5 of those had weapons before developing civilian nuclear programs. The data suggests the fear of proliferation from civilian nuclear programs may be largely unfounded, challenging a core anti-nuclear argument.3. Nuclear Safety Data Contradicts Public PerceptionNuclear power has a death rate per terawatt hour comparable to solar and wind, and significantly lower than hydropower. Boemeke argues that Three Mile Island wasn't actually a disaster (no health impacts), and that safety fears are largely based on outdated perceptions rather than current data.4. Shutting Down Nuclear Plants Increases Fossil Fuel UseEvery time a nuclear plant closes (like Indian Point in New York), it gets replaced by fossil fuels, not renewables, despite political promises. This pattern suggests that nuclear closures may actually harm climate goals rather than help them.5. Expertise vs. Influence Raises Troubling QuestionsBoemeke's transformation from model to nuclear advocate highlights broader questions about who gets to shape critical policy debates in the social media age. Her acknowledged lack of scientific expertise, combined with her massive platform and wealthy connections, exemplifies tensions between technical knowledge and cultural influence in addressing existential challenges.Keen On America is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit keenon.substack.com/subscribe

Comments on state plan accepted until Aug. 11 Time is running out for the public to weigh in on the draft of the latest Hudson River Estuary Action Agenda, which outlines initiatives that the state Department of Environmental Conservation and partner organizations plan to undertake from 2026 to 2030. Public comments are due by Aug. 11. The document, which is posted at bit.ly/Hudson2030, also looks back at what was accomplished since 2021. While the river has come a long way since the 1960s, when federal officials referred to it as an "open sewer," climate change has created new challenges such as droughts and deluges, which lead to flooding, sewer overflows, polluted stormwater runoffs and hazardous algal blooms. In addition, chemical pollution from decades of manufacturing upriver and cadmium in Philipstown's Foundry Cove are each mentioned in the agenda, as is the uncertainty around what effects newer contaminates such as "forever chemicals" and microplastics will have on the river. More people are enjoying the river, according to the document, but not everyone has access. There are few public beaches along the Hudson, which leads to people swimming in risky locations. The stocks of the river's signature species - striped bass, shad, sturgeon, river herring, blue crab and American eel - continue to fluctuate for reasons that are not clear. There has been progress since 2021 in some areas, according to the report. Six acres of restored oyster habitat are thriving near the Mario Cuomo Bridge. Over 12,000 plants were added along 4 miles of tributaries. Fishery-monitoring programs have arisen to fill a void left when mandated monitoring by the now-closed Indian Point nuclear power plant ended. Several dams along tributaries have been removed, restoring migrations of eels and other species. Recent research on the invasive round goby suggests that the fish may not be able to tolerate the salty lower portions of the Hudson, which would prevent its spread. However, the potential remains for it to thrive in the upper Hudson, which may explain a troubling decrease in younger sturgeon in the river, even as the adult population grows, because round goby feed on sturgeon eggs. The agenda lays out goals for how many acres of wetlands, intertidal habitats and other ecosystems will be restored and protected over the next five years. A blue crab management plan will be developed to ensure that the population remains sustainable, and further research will be undertaken to investigate recent declines in striped bass (diseases caused by mycobacteria appear to be responsible). Studies are planned to determine the best sites for new swimming areas and how to protect current swimming areas from the effects of climate change. Climate adaptation is needed for all communities by the river in the face of rising sea levels and increased flooding. "Homes and businesses may be abandoned due to nuisance flooding if communities do not adapt," the agenda states. New York State plans to have at least 60 percent of municipalities in the watershed complete flood-risk reduction and infrastructure-resilience projects and initiate at least five climate-adaptive shoreline projects. The agenda sets a goal of engaging at least 125,000 students, volunteers and educators in the watershed. "Time with technology is supplanting time outdoors," the report says. "Teachers must meet an increased number of new requirements, and they have limited time for adding new curricula. However, new science standards correlate well with environmental education practices." To comment on the draft agenda, email hrep@dec.ny.gov with "Action Agenda" in the subject line or write Hudson River Estuary Program, NYSDEC Region 3, 21 South Putt Corners Road, New Paltz, NY 12561.

Ed Cox, Chairman of the New York Republican State Committee, joins the program to discuss last night's incident involving the NFL HQ office in Midtown, Manhattan, being targeted by a gunman believed to have a neurodegenerative disease linked to his football career, and the broader issues of safety in football. Cox also touches on energy policies, discussing the high cost of electricity in New York City, the impact of Governor Cuomo's decision to close Indian Point, and the import of electricity from Canada. Additionally, Cox addresses natural gas production bans in New York, the legal battles over redistricting in New York State, and the political implications of population changes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

'Essentially zero risk to workers,' says company Holtec is still trying to determine how soil at the Indian Point nuclear power plant near Philipstown became contaminated with radioactive material. Although the radiation levels are not considered dangerous - a Holtec official said at a May 1 meeting of the Indian Point Decommissioning Oversight Board that a person would have to "ingest many pounds" of the dirt to reach even 1/10th of the allowable federal limits - the contamination is a concern because it was discovered far from where any of the three reactors were located or where nuclear waste is stored. Holtec, which began decommissioning the closed plant in 2021, reported the contamination at the December meeting of the Decommissioning Oversight Board. It was detected when Holtec was investigating building a data center and conducted surface soil sampling around a training center on the southern end of the site. The tests detected elevated levels of cesium-137, a byproduct of nuclear fission. "The levels are low, but it still needs to be remediated," said Frank Spagnuolo of Holtec. Don Mayer, who worked at Indian Point for more than 30 years, beginning in 1981, and now is part of the decommissioning team, said the radiation was low enough to be "essentially zero risk to workers." Nevertheless, the contamination is being treated as radioactive waste and is being excavated and shipped via rail to nuclear storage facilities out of state. Holtec has said it has purchased equipment to conduct more extensive surveys to search for similar contamination elsewhere. "We don't want to be surprised anymore," said Spagnuolo. It's not clear how cesium-137 ended up so far from the reactors and fuel storage. Holtec also tested the area for other common byproducts of fission, such as strontium-90 and nickel-63, but found nothing. Mayer said he doesn't think the contamination happened during the three decades he worked at the plant. He suggested it may have occurred in the 1970s, during the construction of two of Indian Point's three reactors. The first reactor, which went offline in 1974 because of a lack of an emergency cooling system, had a leak at some point that contaminated the soil. Mayer said that some of that soil may have been excavated to where the training center was later built to make room for the second and third reactors and that the plant's monitoring equipment at the time wasn't advanced enough to detect it. Cesium-137 has a half-life of 30 years; if the contamination did occur in the 1970s, the material would be less than half as potent, which may explain the low level of radiation. "By the next meeting we'll have some good information," said Spagnuolo. Meanwhile, a federal lawsuit filed by Holtec against New York State over a newly enacted law that prohibits the company from discharging radioactive wastewater into the Hudson River continues. The state Department of Environmental Conservation said at the May 1 meeting that it is pausing the renewal of Holtec's "pollutant discharge elimination system" permit in the meantime. Last year, the state attorney general accused Holtec of discharging radioactive water into the Hudson despite the law. Holtec countered that the discharges weren't waste from the spent fuel pools but groundwater and stormwater, a process that has been going on for 15 years. When asked at the meeting about the discharges, Spagnuolo said he could not respond because of the ongoing litigation. He referred board members to the 2024 Annual Radioactive Effluent Release Report, released April 30. It notes that the discharges are happening but that the "offsite dose associated with the groundwater pathway remains extremely small," contributing less than 1 percent of the annual limit.

Grant Dever joined me to talk about his recent work on the loss of Indian Point, lowering energy costs in America, the vitality of energy prosperity for America's future, and more.Autopsy of a Perfect Policy Failure: The Closure of Indian Point by Grant DeverLiberating America: Overcoming Energy Scarcity and Inflation by Grant Dever Get full access to Nuclear Barbarians at nuclearbarbarians.substack.com/subscribe

The Hochul administration has cracked the door open to the potential for new nuclear power plants as a way for the state to try to meet its ambitious climate goals. The prospect was once dismissed after former Gov. Andrew Cuomo closed the state's second-largest nuclear plant, Indian Point in Westchester County, in 2021, though Cuomo also engineered a $7.6 billion bailout of three failing upstate nukes. Investigative reporter Karl Grossman talks about the renewed push for nuclear not only in NY but in California and elsewhere. Karl also published Free Speech TV, "The New Nuclear Push with Kevin Kamps of Beyond Nuclear Part 1" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psPv71EODOE

In episode 92 of "The Energy Question," Stuart Turley and Doug Sandridge discuss the importance of nuclear energy in addressing global energy needs and climate change. They highlight the support from oil and gas executives for nuclear energy and share experiences advocating for it. The conversation emphasizes the necessity of diverse energy sources to meet growing demand and ensure sustainability. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to engage politically and financially in supporting energy solutions like nuclear power.Highlights of the Podcast02:29 -The Declaration of Oil and Gas executives 03:14 - The policy positions of all of the Democrat candidates for president 04:12 - The hurdles to net zero carbon emissions 05:07 - The Indian Point nuclear power plant in New York06:01 - One of the foremost nuclear advocates in the country 07:44 - Spain just announced they're going to shut down the rest of their nuclear power plants 08:05 - Interviewed Grace Stanke10:46 - The biggest funders of the Democratic Party 10:55 - The good news 11:39 - Nuclear folks in California 13:13 - The Wall Street Journal16:06 - Germany to protest nuclear war17:07 - Oil and gas executives 20:27 - Texas nuclear is a solid22:34 - The EV charging hospital23:35 - The United States

In this episode of the Energy News Beat Daily Standup, the hosts, Michael Tanner and Stuart Turley cover a range of topics. They discuss Big Tech's increasing energy demands for data centers and highlight the necessity of reliable energy sources like natural gas and nuclear power. They also delve into the consequences of New York's decision to shut down the Indian Point nuclear plant, emphasizing its negative impact on decarbonization efforts. Additionally, they touch on Glencore's abandonment of a coal production cap, Arizona's move to repeal its renewable mandate, and the bankruptcy filing of wood pellet producer Enviva. The segment concludes with discussions on a merger proposal and BlackRock's response to a Texas pension fund's withdrawal of investment due to BlackRock's stance on energy companies. Throughout, they offer insights, critiques, and humorous commentary on the latest developments in the energy sector.Highlights of the Podcast00:00 - Intro01:57 - Big Tech's Latest Obsession Is Finding Enough Energy05:53 - Sunday's Energy Absurdity: When the Best Laid Climate Alarm Plans Go Awry08:54 - Glencore abandons coal production cap as another climate pledge fails13:13 - The Energy Transition in Retreat: Arizona Moves to Repeal Its Renewable Mandate15:27 - Wood pellet producer Enviva files for bankruptcy and plans to restructure17:14 - Markets Update17:56 - Oil prices down on Gaza ceasefire talks, flat on the week19:40 - Riposte Capital Issues Statement in Support of Kimmeridge's Proposal to Combine Kimmeridge Texas Gas with SilverBow Resources23:11 - BlackRock pushes back after Texas withdraws $8.5 billion investment26:23 - Outro Please see the links below or articles that we discuss in the podcast.Big Tech's Latest Obsession Is Finding Enough EnergyMarch 24, 2024 Stu TurleyHOUSTON—Every March, thousands of executives take over a downtown hotel here to reach oil and gas deals and haggle over plans to tackle climate change. This year, the dominant theme of the energy industry's flagship […]Sunday's Energy Absurdity: When the Best Laid Climate Alarm Plans Go AwryMarch 24, 2024 Stu TurleyENB Pub Note: This article is from David Blackmon's substack “The Energy Absurdities”. It falls right along with the numerous stories around the globe where climate activism has closed nuclear reactors only to see higher […]Glencore abandons coal production cap as another climate pledge failsMarch 24, 2024 Stu TurleyAustralia's biggest thermal coal producer, Glencore, has withdrawn a promise to keep annual coal production below 150 million tonnes, backpedalling from a climate pledge it made five years ago. Glencore declared a coal production cap in […] The Energy Transition in Retreat: Arizona Moves to Repeal Its Renewable MandateMarch 24, 2024 Stu TurleyENB Pub Note: Mitch Rolling and Isaac Orr are the “Energy Bad Boys”. I had a great podcast interview with them, and it is in production. It is a great interview and sheds a nice […]Wood pellet producer Enviva files for bankruptcy and plans to restructureMarch 24, 2024 Stu TurleyENB Pub Note: There are real questions about wood pellets and their “ESG” or renewable energy impact on the environment. The largest global industrial wood pellet supplier filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Wednesday, […]Oil prices down on Gaza ceasefire talks, flat on the weekMarch 24, 2024 Michael TannerNEW YORK, March 22 (Reuters) – Oil prices slipped on Friday and were flat on the week as the possibility of a ceasefire in Gaza weakened crude benchmarks, while the war in Europe and shrinking […]Riposte Capital Issues Statement in Support of Kimmeridge's Proposal to Combine Kimmeridge Texas Gas with SilverBow ResourcesMarch 21, 2024 Mariel AlumitNEW YORK, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Riposte Capital LLC, one of the largest shareholders of SilverBow Resources, Inc. (NYSE: SBOW), owning approximately 9.9% of the Company's outstanding common stock, today issued the following statement: Riposte Capital has […]BlackRock pushes back after Texas withdraws $8.5 billion investmentMarch 22, 2024 Stu TurleyBlackRock pushed back on Texas' decision to pull $8.5 billion in investment from the asset manager over ESG policies The world's largest asset manager, BlackRock, is pushing back on Texas' decision to withdraw roughly $8.5 billion […]Follow Stuart On LinkedIn and TwitterFollow Michael On LinkedIn and TwitterENB Top NewsEnergy DashboardENB PodcastENB Substack– Get in Contact With The Show –

Part one of Red Eye Radio with Eric Harley and Gary McNamara includes: Planet Fitness value falls 400 million because of their transgender locker room policy. What would it be like to be inside the minds of political pathological liars? Fox News commentator Jessica Tarlov issues on air clarification after Tony Bobulinski's legal team demands retraction or face legal action over Trump Super Pac statement. Energy policy should be based on facts and not a fantasy. Even leftists agree closing New York's Indian Point nuclear plant was a mistake.    For more talk on the issues that matter to you, listen on radio stations across America Monday-Friday 12am-5am CT (1am-6am ET and 10pm-3am PT), download the RED EYE RADIO SHOW app, asking your smart speaker, or listening at RedEyeRadioShow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The horrific tall tale of the Ozarks, Old Raw Head and Bloody Bones rears its ugly head, endangering the supply run in Indian Point. With refugees from the Bella Vista Vampire Haven in tow, the Protectors learn of the dwindling human survivors being used as cattle in the old subdivision, ruled by a ruthless Vampire King named Lucius Voss. Abaddon's Descent: An Ozark Requiem is set in a post-apocalyptic world enslaved by demonic forces. Mankind is engaged in a never-ending battle against a tide of darkness that hungers for the last remnants of hope. Amidst the chaos, the heart of the Ozarks beats with a sinister rhythm.Abaddon's Descent: An Ozark Requiem is an Everyday Heroes Horror Campaign based in a world created by the players utilizing new rules created by Dreamslayer Studios. This actual-play is a playtest of the Horror Expansion entitled simply "Requiem" currently in the works by Dreamslayer Studios. Requiem is being designed to allow Game Masters and players the opportunity to create their own horror themed games based off of their favorite horror films and TV shows, horror fiction, and worlds of their own creation. Be on the lookout for information regarding the release of Requiem for the Everyday Heroes RPG. In the meantime, please enjoy our playtest of the game before it becomes available!Please like and subscribe to this channel for more great RPG action!Background Music from Tabletopaudio.comIntro Music: sound gallery by dmitry tarasPIXABAY LICENSE CERTIFICATE==============================================This document confirms the download of an audio file pursuant to the Content License as defined in the Pixabay Terms of Service available at https://pixabay.com/service/terms/Licensor's Username:https://pixabay.com/users/soundgallerybydmitrytaras-11640913/Licensee:cptynerAudio File Title:Dramatic Horror Cinematic Epic Trailer Action Intro OpenerAudio File URL:https://pixabay.com/music/build-up-scenes-dramatic-horror-cinematic-epic-trailer-action-intro-opener-115496/Audio File ID:115496Date of download:2023-08-19 23:55:46 UTC

The Protectors of Silver Dollar City find themselves on a side mission down on the Fungal Zone at Indian Point. A group of survivors are trapped beneath a giant Rotspore Devourer and a host of Fungazoids. How did they get down there and where did they come from?Abaddon's Descent: An Ozark Requiem is set in a post-apocalyptic world enslaved by demonic forces. Mankind is engaged in a never-ending battle against a tide of darkness that hungers for the last remnants of hope. Amidst the chaos, the heart of the Ozarks beats with a sinister rhythm.Abaddon's Descent: An Ozark Requiem is an Everyday Heroes Horror Campaign based in a world created by the players utilizing new rules created by Dreamslayer Studios. This actual-play is a playtest of the Horror Expansion entitled simply "Requiem" currently in the works by Dreamslayer Studios. Requiem is being designed to allow Game Masters and players the opportunity to create their own horror themed games based off of their favorite horror films and TV shows, horror fiction, and worlds of their own creation. Be on the lookout for information regarding the release of Requiem for the Everyday Heroes RPG. In the meantime, please enjoy our playtest of the game before it becomes available!Please like and subscribe to this channel for more great RPG action!Background Music from Tabletopaudio.comIntro Music: sound gallery by dmitry tarasPIXABAY LICENSE CERTIFICATE==============================================This document confirms the download of an audio file pursuant to the Content License as defined in the Pixabay Terms of Service available at https://pixabay.com/service/terms/Licensor's Username:https://pixabay.com/users/soundgallerybydmitrytaras-11640913/Licensee:cptynerAudio File Title:Dramatic Horror Cinematic Epic Trailer Action Intro OpenerAudio File URL:https://pixabay.com/music/build-up-scenes-dramatic-horror-cinematic-epic-trailer-action-intro-opener-115496/Audio File ID:115496Date of download:2023-08-19 23:55:46 UTC

After replenishing the water supply in Silver Dollar City, the Protectors pack up the pickup truck and head down to the Indian Point Fungal Zone in the dead of night to pick up salt for the preservation of the community's meat supplies. Moving with caution, they must traverse a gauntlet of Fungaziods to reach their prize. But, the dangers that lie ahead conceal yet another mystery - what else could be lurking in the shadows of Indian Point?Abaddon's Descent: An Ozark Requiem is set in a post-apocalyptic world enslaved by demonic forces. Mankind is engaged in a never-ending battle against a tide of darkness that hungers for the last remnants of hope. Amidst the chaos, the heart of the Ozarks beats with a sinister rhythm.Abaddon's Descent: An Ozark Requiem is an Everyday Heroes Horror Campaign based in a world created by the players utilizing new rules created by Dreamslayer Studios. This actual-play is a playtest of the Horror Expansion entitled simply "Requiem" currently in the works by Dreamslayer Studios. Requiem is being designed to allow Game Masters and players the opportunity to create their own horror themed games based off of their favorite horror films and TV shows, horror fiction, and worlds of their own creation. Be on the lookout for information regarding the release of Requiem for the Everyday Heroes RPG. In the meantime, please enjoy our playtest of the game before it becomes available!Please like and subscribe to this channel for more great RPG action!Background Music from Tabletopaudio.comIntro Music: sound gallery by dmitry tarasPIXABAY LICENSE CERTIFICATE==============================================This document confirms the download of an audio file pursuant to the Content License as defined in the Pixabay Terms of Service available at https://pixabay.com/service/terms/Licensor's Username:https://pixabay.com/users/soundgallerybydmitrytaras-11640913/Licensee:cptynerAudio File Title:Dramatic Horror Cinematic Epic Trailer Action Intro OpenerAudio File URL:https://pixabay.com/music/build-up-scenes-dramatic-horror-cinematic-epic-trailer-action-intro-opener-115496/Audio File ID:115496Date of download:2023-08-19 23:55:46 UTC

SPECIAL – Nuclear Good News!!! RECA Expanded, Illinois Moratorium Retained, Texas Radioactive Waste Non-Storage, Indian Point Radwater Dump Dumped! This Week’s Special Features: It’s not often that those who oppose nuclear get good news, but in recent weeks there’s been a deluge of positive legal decisions and legislation that are enough to make a hardened...

Two years after its shutdown, Indian Point nuclear plant plans to release 1.3 million gallons of water with traces of radioactive tritium into the Hudson River. Patrick McGeehan, reporter for The New York Times covering transportation and infrastructure for the Metro section, breaks down the latest on that plan and why activists are sounding the alarm over safety.

Director Ivy Meeropol's expansive documentary, After the Bite focuses on the impact that a 2018 fatal shark attack on a boogie boarder has on the town of Wellfleet, Massachusetts rocked visitors and residents in the idyllic summer community of Cape Cod, forcing them to respond to the encroachment of apex predators. With the numbers of sharks increasing every year, Ivy Meeropol's expansive documentary AFTER THE BITE explores the repercussions for this beach community when rapid changes in the natural world begin to clash with a cherished way of life. Great white sharks have dominated headlines in recent years, as their deadly interactions with people have increased in the waters stretching from Maine to the Cape and Islands. Those charged with protecting the public have been forced to address the risk of serious injuries with stop-the-bleed kits mounted at public access beaches, warning billboards, the use of shark-tracking apps, spotter planes and new training programs and protocols for lifeguards. A portrait of an interconnected community of people and wildlife, AFTER THE BITE features a range of voices from different sides of these issues and considers the larger question of how far humans can push nature before it bites back. Director Ivy Meeropol (Bully. Coward. Victim. The Roy Cohn Story. Indian Point) joins us to talk about blending into the Cape Cod community of Wellfleet, enlisting the experts like Lisa Sette from the Center of Costal Studies; Dr. Greg Skomal and Meg Winton of the Atlantic White Shark Conservatory, to talk about the science and the lifeguards, conservationists, fishermen, journalists, paramedics, town residents, and activists to talk about the impact of the dramatic changes taking place since the tragic death of Arthur Medici. For more go to: hbo.com/movies/after-the-bite Subscribe to MAX.com

What's been happening?It has certainly been a busy week for the nuclear sector!  There has been a host of positive news on the SMR front, the usual barrage of good policy news that we are growing accustomed to - and even some intrigue amongst uranium juniors.Brandon's stand-out SMR news (amongst a very full competitive field) was the Joint Development agreement between US utility Energy Northwest and X-Energy for up to 12 Xe-100 SMRs. This is an upgrade from the April 2021 announcement of 4 Xe-100 modules at Energy Northwest's Columbia NPP site. The first SMR is expected online by 2030. The IEA released its 2023 Electricity Market ReportWe have talked many times about the impact of power volatility on consumers. Now the IEA is bragging about it!   Uranium Energy Corp (UEC) announced it has completed the steps required in their plan for a resumption of operations, enabling a faster restart at the Christensen Ranch in-situ recovery (ISR) Project in Wyoming.Unfortunately for Peninsula Energy, UEC's Christensen Ranch project need to free up that faster production from UEC's Irigaray processing plant, which had been a vital part of Peninsula's stage 1 restart of its Lance project.  Peninsula announced a day later that it has delayed production at their Lance Projects in Wyoming because UEC has terminated their Resin processing agreement. Peninsula described the news as “disappointing” but is highlighting the silver lining – ie accelerating plans for in-house resin processing by going directly to stage 2 of the Lance restart.Winner of the week Poland, for getting on with the job of developing nuclear power to replace its coal fired power base. Poland & South Korea sign 6 MoUs related to nuclear power generation, including 2 MoUs signed between Doosan Enerbility and Polish companies on the construction of new nuclear power plants in Poland.Ministry of Climate and Environment has approved Polish copper and silver producer, KGHM Polska Miedź SA's plan to construct a power plant based on NuScale Power's small modular reactor (SMR).Polish state-owned development bank, BGK, announced it will lend €500 million to help finance the building of small nuclear reactors.Bungle of the weekNew York State's independent grid operator, ‘New York ISO' has officially identified a shortfall of electric generating capacity for New York City in 2025 of 446MW – more if the city has another heatwave.  What a shame they turned off 2GW of emissions free nuclear power from the Indian Point nuclear power plant.  Even the three new gas fired power plants built to generate 1.8GW to replace Indian Point won't be enoughQuestion of the weekWhat's the significance of the Paladin Energy announcement to retain 75% interest in Michelin JV in Labrador?Tweet of the weekhttps://twitter.com/JohnLeePettim13/status/1681312834091896832?s=20Moonshots & FizzersThis week ‘Great British Nuclear' (GBN) was launched, a new organisation backed by the UK government, to boost UK energy security, reduce dependence on volatile fossil fuel imports and deliver government priority to grow the economy. GBN kickstarted with a competition for game-changing small modular reactor (SMR) technology, which could result in billions of pounds of public and private sector investment in SMR projects. The aim is to have the first SMR up and running by 2030. By 2050 GBN wants to see nuclear providing a quarter of the UK's electricity. 

One of the few controversial bills that the State Assembly passed during their two day special session was banning the dumping of radioactive waste water from the decommissioning of the Indian Point nuclear power plant into the Hudson River. Eric Weltman of the Hudson River Food and Water Watch discusses whether the Governor will sign the law, and gives an overview of the End Fossil Fuels rally and march being organized in NYC on Sept. 17 in conjunction with the UN Special Meeting on climate. With Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Wayne Cabot and Paul Murnane have the morning's top local stories from the WCBS newsroom.

by Charles Lear, author of “The Flying Saucer Investigators.”Beginning on New Year's Eve, 1982, there was a series of sightings throughout the Hudson River Valley north of New York City by hundreds of people willing to go on the record. They reported seeing boomerang-shaped craft the size of 1, 2, and 3 football fields, that moved slowly, hovered, and turned on an axis. This is according to the first comprehensive book on the sightings, Night Siege, which was co-authored by J. Allen Hynek, Philip J. Imbrogno, and Bob Pratt, and published in 1987. One of the standout incidents in the book, covered in Chapter Eleven titled, “Close Encounter at Indian Point,” is a sighting by what are said by the authors to be security guards (they are all un-named) over the nuclear power plant on Indian Point, on the shore of the Hudson River in Buchanan, NY, just south of Peekskill, NY. Read more →

1) Brian's background as a Mechanical Engineer and his experience being hired in the first group of Shift Technical Advisors at Indian Point 3 2) A day in the life of Indian Nuclear Power Plant back in the mid 1900's and a discussion of its unique build 3) The mentorship which made Indian Point special and the excitement of outages and refueling 4) Some standout photos from Brian's book and the family members that worked at Indian Point together

May 2, 2023 - Assemblymember Dana Levenberg, a Westchester County Democrat, shares her concerns about the environmental impact of the decommissioning of the Indian Point nuclear power plan.

Frank Morano brings you the issues that matter the most with style and wit in the Other Side of Midnight Local Spotlight. Frank discusses Pat Lynch announcing that he will not seek reelection as the President of the PBA, the teardown of the Indian Point nuclear power plant, $2 billion in unpaid fines being owed to NYC, and retired school princiapl Rudy E. Giuliani hosting a fundraiser for Mayor Adams.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another day on indictment watch for Donald Trump.. New York and New Mexico linked by nuclear waste and the company that moves it… and another protest calling for the resignation of Pacifica radio's General Council Arthur Schwartz

Holter Indian Point LLC is planning to dispose of low-level radioactive wastewater into the Hudson River from the decommissioning of the nuclear plant. Many local residents and governments are opposed but the company argues that wastewater from the nuke has routinely been discharged into the Hudson. Marilyn Elie of the Indian Point Safe Energy Coalition explains why this is a bad idea. With Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Holtec Threatens Radioactive Water Dump from Pilgrim Nuclear into Cape Cod Bay & from Indian Point into Hudson River – Diane Turco, Manna Jo Green This Week’s Featured Interviews: Big nuclear decommissioning companies are planning to release radioactive tritium-contaminated water into major bodies of water. We usually think of this in connection with Japan, where...

Man has become more evil in these last days. We can confirm that we are now living in the Biblical end times. This episode discusses how a Nuclear plant is openly dumping radioactive material in public river in NY.The owner of the defunct Indian Point nuclear facility says it's planning to dump about 1 million gallons of radioactive water into the Hudson River. The move, which the company describes as the “best option” for the waste, could happen as early as August.A Feb. 2 meeting of the Indian Point Decommissioning Oversight Board heated up when the plant's owner Holtec International disclosed the plan as part of its lengthy closure process. The contaminated water could just naturally — and safely — decay in storage onsite.Environmental groups and residents are also concerned this could harm their community, as the Hudson River is already a federally designated toxic Superfund site. Rich Burroni, Holtec's site vice president for Indian Point, agreed to give the community at least a month's notice before any radioactive discharge into the Hudson River begins.But Holtec is well within its legal rights and permits to discharge waste at the same rate as it did when operating, and it does not need federal, state or local approval to dump the contaminated water. This practice is standard for nuclear plants.Nearly two years have passed since Indian Point shut down its third and final reactor in the village of Buchanan, located on the Hudson's east bank about 30 miles north of Midtown. Toward the end of its 59-year lifespan, the plant had more than a 2,000 megawatt capacity — providing electricity to more than 2 million homes, or 13% of the state's power demand.Holtec received about $2.4 billion in funds, shouldered by ratepayers, to decommission the plant. And it wants to do so in 12 years, which is in accordance with town's wishes to repurpose the site. But Holtec and the surrounding community are still debating what to do with Indian Point's radioactive remnants.

Brigitte Quinn has the afternoon's top local stories from the WCBS newsroom.

With the catastrophic failures at Chernobyl and Fukushima, nuclear power has been the cause of some the worst environmental disasters in history.But, the realities of global warming have created an opportunity for this flagging industry to attempt a comeback by rebranding as a green alternative to fossil fuels.This rebranding concerns those who have worked to reign in the troubled nuclear industry for decades as they now face one of the most ambitious examples of disaster capitalism that threatens to resuscitate nuclear power and its unique set of environmental hazards as a false solution to climate change.In this episode of Breaking Green, we will talk with Susan Shapiro.Susan Shapiro is a New York State environmental attorney..As co-counsel she brought ground-breaking litigation against Indian Point's violation of the Clean Water Act for thermal and radiation pollution of the Hudson River. She also was the lead attorney on an Article 78 action against the New York's Public Service Commission for diverting $7.6 billion dollars of ratepayers money to keep aging upstate nuclear reactors open instead of funding renewables.Shapiro  is a member of Leadership Council of the Indian Point Safe Energy Coalition),  a board member of Radiation and Public Health Project and GRIP (Gender and Radiation Impact Project.She is also in the process of writing a book about why nuclear energy is not "zero emissions” and why it is not a solution to climate change.Shapiro is also an award winning filmmaker and artist. Her paintings can be viewed at susanhillary.com.Radiation and Public Heath Project can be found at The Radiation Public Health Project.To learn more about Cold War era nuclear contamination in St. Louis you can listen to this previous episode of Breaking Green, St. Louis Radiation Fire with Dawn Chapman.This podcast is produced by Global Justice Ecology Project.To become a sponsor of Breaking Green click here.Breaking Green is made possible by tax deductible donations from people like you. Please help us lift up the voices of those working to protect forests, defend human rights and expose false solutions.  Simply text GIVE to 1 716 257 4187.

Westchester County Executive George Latimer looks at the latest Covid wave, how the County is transitioning back to normal from the pandemic, effects of last year's Indian Point closure to date on Westchester's power grid, storm season preparedness, numerous measures enacted around Westchester to fight inflation, recent controversial Supreme Court decisions on guns and abortion plus much more on Westchester Talk Radio, "The Cup of Joe Political Show" with host John Marino, produced by Sharc Creative

Emmet chats with Edgardo Sepulveda to discuss some of the history of public power in Canada and the US in the context of trying to save the publicly-owned Pickering Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) from being shut down in 2025 in his home province of Ontario, Canada. This episode is a type of follow-up to Emmet and Edgardo’s first episode “A Brief History of the American Electricity Grid From the 1920s to Closure of Indian Point” in June 2021 (https://exhaust.fireside.fm/41). Edgardo discusses how Progressive Era organizers and politicians pushed back against private monopolies on both sides of the border and how in Ontario they succeeded by establishing in 1906 what would become for a while the largest publicly-owned integrated power system in the world. In the US the “Ontario experiment” would become a rallying cry for many reformers, including FDR that would use it as model for the NY Power Agency (NYPA) and the New Deal’s Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) and Rural Electrification Administration (REA). Fast-forward, and public nuclear power accounts for more than 60% for Ontario’s electricity. But the public company has decided not to refurbish and extend the life of Pickering’s 6 reactors, accounting for a whopping 17.5% of total generation. To be replaced by what? You guessed it: increased gas generation. Check out Edgardo’s analysis of how the refurbishment of Pickering is the least-cost climate-friendly option: https://edecarb.org/analysis/ontario-ix For a historical overview of public ownership in the first 40 years of the 20th century, check out Mark Sholdice’s “The Ontario Experiment: Hydroelectricity, Public Ownership, and Transnational Progressivism, 1906-1939” https://atrium.lib.uoguelph.ca/xmlui/handle/10214/15239 If you want to find out more about the effort to Save Pickering, this is the site: http://savepickering.ca/ and here are the Twitter (@NuclearSave) and Facebook (@savepickering) Edgardo tweets at @E_R_Sepulveda. Also, check out his “Profiles in Decarbonization” site (www.edecarb.org) where he analyses the electricity price and emissions performance of 30 high-income countries over the last 50 years. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nuclearbarians.substack.com