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Fast electrons accelerate the production of medical isotopes

Physics World

The company then realized that, in contrast with present electron accelerators, its technology could be scaled to meet the specifications needed for large-scale radioisotope production. The biggest obstacle with such extreme exposure is that the target would evaporate within milliseconds if not properly cooled.

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Why smaller is better when it comes to nuclear power

Physics World

Despite huge advances in nuclear technology in recent decades, everyone still thinks about the accidents that occurred at older reactors like Chernobyl , Three Mile Island or Fukushima. Rolls-Royce sees the approach as low risk as light-water reactors are a mature technology with a proven track record. Powerful stuff.

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PA Oil & Gas Industrial Facilities: Permit Notices, Opportunities To Comment - May 18

PA Environment Daily

. - Aldrich Shale Gas Well Pad: DEP approved a Final Report on remediation of soil contaminated with diesel fuels at the pad located in Gibson Twp, Susquehanna County. ( in Philadelphia. ( Increase In Cost Of Gas Starting June 1, Another 7.3% Increase Projected For Dec.

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Guide to the New SEC Climate Disclosure Rules

Capaccio

Greenhouse Gas Emissions The rules require large accelerated filers (LAFs) and accelerated filers (AFs) to disclose material Scope 1 (direct) and Scope 2 ( i.e., electricity, steam, heating, or cooling) greenhouse gas emissions.