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- Nuclear must play key role in U.S. push for energy independence
 U.S. efforts to curb greenhouse-gas emissions and become energy independent must include the increased use of nuclear energy, writes Westinghouse President and CEO Aris Candris in this opinion column. With significant discoveries of domestic natural gas and a dedication to renewable energy, the country has never been closer to achieving energy independence, Candris writes. However, nuclear and renewable sources must be jointly developed to provide the clean energy that will spur economic growth, he adds. The Wall Street Journal (tiered subscription model)
(11/8)       
- NRC to further inspect Calif. nuclear plant over its work culture
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission intends to conduct another inspection of the work culture at the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station in California, despite assurances from plant owner Southern California Edison that it has made significant progress in getting managers and employees to comply with specific work plans. Many people at an agency-sponsored public meeting said the main unresolved issue at the plant is fear of payback against workers who report concerns. North County Times (Temecula, Calif.)
(11/6)
- NRC needs at least a month to decide on B&W safety issues
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission will need at least four to six weeks to determine whether to penalize Babcock & Wilcox for "apparent violations" in safety and reporting emergencies, officials said. The issues stem from an incident in which uranium was found in an area without safety checks at the company's Mount Athos plant in Virginia. Should the agency decide to take action against B&W, it could impose fines or heightened oversight. The News & Advance (Lynchburg, Va.)
(11/6)
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- The 7 rules of success for new leaders
The early months of a new leadership position are when you're the most vulnerable, so it's key to develop a strategy on how you're going to learn your new role, Michael D. Watkins writes. You can be more successful by identifying problems that can be tackled early on without risk of failure, building alliances as soon as possible and developing networks to provide emotional support. Forbes
(11/4)
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- France, Poland strike nuclear-cooperation deal
France has agreed to assist in the construction of nuclear power plants in Poland under a joint declaration on energy, environment and climate. Aside from providing technical assistance to a Polish-owned utility, France also agreed to conduct nuclear training programs and seminars for Polish universities and authorities. World Nuclear News
(11/6)
- GE eyes construction of at least one nuclear plant in India
General Electric plans to construct at least one nuclear facility in India after the country's civilian nuclear-cooperation deal with the U.S., a senior official said. "We hope that we will get at least one site," said Tejpreet Chopra, President and CEO of GE India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. Reuters
(11/9)
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