ERDA seeking safe, long-term nuclear options

Journal Article · Mon Sep 05 04:00:00 EDT 1977 · Energy User News; (United States)

OSTI ID:7084890

Thorne, R D

Alternative approaches to nuclear power generation that will use non-weapons material are under study by ERDA. Agreement was reached after a study of the options that long-term fission should be preserved, reactor technologies meeting the administration's non-proliferation goals should be researched, and it should be recognized that there is no way to achieve complete non-proliferation. A redirected program will concentrate on improving light water reactors (LWRs) and identifying and developing less risky nuclear options. The Non-Proliferation Alternative Systems Assessment Program is reviewed in terms of its objectives and procedures. October of 1978 is the target date for making recommendations based on the studies and for conducting national and international discussions of the proposal's merits. Another study, the International Fuel Cycle Evaluation Program, will broaden the assessment. Near-term goals include more-efficient utilization of LWR fuel and the use of thorium fuel. The study of alternative concepts will include converter, advanced converter, and breeder options, with emphasis on new ways to reprocess fuel and manage wastes. (DCK)

• Research Organization: Energy Research and Development Administration, Washington, DC
• OSTI ID: 7084890
• Journal Information: Energy User News; (United States), Journal Name: Energy User News; (United States) Vol. 2:35; ISSN EUSND
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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