Foreign enrichment of uranium for US nuclear utilities

Journal Article · Wed Apr 13 23:00:00 EST 1983 · Public Util. Fortn.; (United States)

OSTI ID:6136819

Einbund, D R

The entrance of foreign suppliers of enrichment services into an already oversupplied market at prices below the DOE's price for separative work units (SWUs) could have a long-term effect on domestic enrichment programs. State regulators are urging utilities to cut costs (in this case by purchasing foreign SWUs) in contrast to resistance to foreign dumping of surpluses. At issue is whether domestic enrichment, which provides about 30% of DOE sales, is to remain economically viable. The author examines the economic and contractual implications of foreign enrichment. (DCK)

• Research Organization: New York Nuclear Corp., Yonkers
• OSTI ID: 6136819
• Journal Information: Public Util. Fortn.; (United States), Journal Name: Public Util. Fortn.; (United States) Vol. 111:8; ISSN PUFNA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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