After a lengthy discussion that was at times circular, a divided Redwood Coast Energy Authority failed to reach a decision on whether to accept an offer of free nuclear power from the Diablo Canyon Power Plan in San Luis Obispo. By default, the board’s inaction means the agency will pass on the state-mandated offer for […]
nuclear power
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Dam Removal, a Food Hub and Nuclear Energy
This week we’ve got an update on Klamath Dam removal and restoration, as well as the story of how a kitchen and a lot aim to boost small food businesses. Finally, we’re looking at an upcoming discussion of bringing power a from far-flung nuclear plant to Humboldt. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.
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No Peeking Behind the Nuke’s Fence
After a modest burst of self-congratulation upon finishing the physical decommissioning of its Humboldt Bay nuclear plant in November of 2021, PG&E has gone deeply silent in answering the Journal’s follow up inquiries into the long-term safety of the highly toxic radioactive waste now ensconced 44 feet above Humboldt Bay at Buhne Point. The lack […]
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Radioactive
Need something to add to your worry list? Something in addition to global warming, sea level rise, wildfires, war, social injustice, the next tsunami and that long-expected mega-earthquake? How about the six casks of nuclear waste stored at the Humboldt Bay Power Plant? Staff members of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission — at least those well-spoken […]