Local Leaders Learn About Advanced Nuclear Energy in Forum at Fredonia

A nearly two-hour forum at SUNY Fredonia provided an opportunity for elected officials and business leaders to learn more about opportunities and challenges associated with advanced nuclear energy. The "Nuclear 101" forum -- the second such forum held in the north county within the past 12 months -- comes as the City of Dunkirk was identified as a potential site for that type of energy. The forum was hosted by State Senator George Borrello, who said New York State can use advanced nuclear energy to help grow reliable power...

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Chautauqua County IDA CEO Mark Geise says work done over the last several years shows that the city is actively participating in those discussions. He says Genover's recent acquisition of the mothballed NRG plant represents an important milestone in that journey...

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One of the panelists was Keith Schue of Nuclear New York, who says there is substantial federal support for advanced nuclear...

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Also on the panel was Andrew Whittaker, a professor from the University at Buffalo who spoke at last year's forum in Dunkirk. He gave reasons why Dunkirk's plant would be a suitable location...

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Panelists also pointed out that construction timelines for nuclear facilities are improving, and the economic impact would be significant. Dunkirk Mayor Kate Wdowiasz and Chautauqua County Executive P.J. Wendel were also involved in Tuesday's forum.

Photo by Senator George Borrello's Office