In this episode I provide an analysis comparing the characteristics of nuclear energy against the criteria the U.S. government uses to define "renewable energy sources" to determine if nuclear energy should be considered renewable.

Nuclear energy supporters get a big win in Germany, and the Indian Point 20 year life extension passes key milestones despite anti-nuclear efforts to block their license renewal.

Finally, I cover some upcoming nuclear and energy industry events.

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