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.