Posts Tagged“power”

The Pros and Cons of Nuclear Power

As a result of the highly publicized 2011 nuclear accident at the Fukushima nuclear power plant in Japan following a major earthquake, many people felt that the risks of continuing to develop nuclear power outweighed the potential benefits.  It is the case that the risks involved are very high when things go wrong, but as technology improves – in part, guided by the lessons learned by the Fukushima accident and others – other people argue that the benefits outweigh the risks, and some, like the John Kleinheinz Hedge Fund take the view that nuclear energy will become an essential part…

Do Consumers Benefit from Energy Deregulation?

Millions of people live in areas of the United States where utilities have been deregulated. Most northeastern states, as well as Texas and Oregon, have opened the energy market so businesses can compete for customers. If you are moving to an area where energy has been deregulated, then you should prepare by learning how to select the right providers for your particular needs. Whether you want to save money or reduce your carbon footprint, energy deregulation gives you the option to choose. Finding a Company That Represents Your Interests When you shop for an energy provider, the choices may seem…