Ep. 55 - Geoffrey Rothwell, Economics of Nuclear Power

In this episode, we discuss...




A deep dive into the economics of nuclear power.  




The evolution of the uranium enrichment industry and the
processes involved.  




Causes behind significant fluctuations in the value of
uranium throughout history.  




The enrichment capabilities of different
countries.  




Separative work units and how they apply to enrichment
processes.  




The necessity for negative bidding in the nuclear
industry.  




A look at Nikola Tesla and Thomas Edison’s respective impacts
on the electric and nuclear industries.  




An explanation for the multiple definitions of SMR (Small
Modular Reactors).  




The grave pitfalls of market-driven approaches to energy and
their impact on climate.  




Historical symptoms of climate change including the receding
glaciers.  




Approaches we can adopt to decrease energy’s cost of
capital.