Why the nuclear option is not yet ready for full-scale adoption by Canada

The author lists some well known potential dangers of disadvantages associated with nuclear power, and professes himself dissatisfied with the analyses made or solutions found hitherto. In particular, he is dissatisfied with the pace of work in Canada on the ultimate disposal of nuclear waste. He considers that geologic disposal is feasible, but that the mine should be sealed within one year of emplacing wastes. Finally he discusses actual and potential energy sources (including conservation) in terms of a graphic representation of capability and desirability, the latter being an admittedly subjective criterion. (N.D.H.)