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Peer reviewedSpinrad, Bernard I. – Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, 1971
The American energy crisis is real in that our supplies of fuel which can meet standards imposed on utility emissions are short, and their price is high. It is artificial in that many of the standards could be partially relaxed, and cheaper fuel used by utilities without significant public insult. ...Nuclear power from fission is our best bet."…
Descriptors: Air Pollution, Energy, Environment, Natural Resources
Tremlett, Lewis – Elements of Technology, 1976
Presents an overview of the relation of nuclear power to human health and the environment, and discusses the advantages and disadvantages of nuclear power as an energy source urging technical educators to inculcate an awareness of the problems associated with the production of energy. Describes the fission reaction process, the hazards of…
Descriptors: Air Pollution, Ecological Factors, Educational Responsibility, Environmental Education
