Risk optimization: siting of nuclear power electricity generating units

Margulies, Timothy S.

doi:10.1016/j.ress.2004.02.009

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“…Airborne radioactive particles may emit alpha, beta, gamma or neutron radiation, depending on the radioisotope present (Zhang et al, 2014). Margulies (2004) studied the perceived radiological risks in additional nuclear units primarily in the middle Atlantic and northeastern United States of American. Atmospheric diffusion conditions should be considered and compared based on the wind directions and atmospheric characteristics.…”

Section: Environmental Factorsmentioning

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Perspective on Site Selection of Small Modular Reactors

Zhang¹,

Guo²,

Liu³

et al. 2020

J ENVIRON INFORM LET

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As an emerging means of energy supply, small modular reactors (SMRs) are considered as a promising option for relieving environmental pressure caused by increasing fossil fuel consumption. Since SMRs are at an early stage of development, in-depth analysis on the necessity and feasibility of their deployment is essential. The site selection of SMRs, which is a multifaceted process and should be guided by a clearly established set of criteria, is a crucial step. To propose comprehensive recommendations for SMR site selection, a review is provided in this study. The review involves development process, technical characteristics and potential applications of SMRs, research status of SMR site selection, and criteria for site selection of nuclear power plants (NPPs). Different considerations of siting criteria between SMRs and NPPs are analyzed. Based on the review and analyses, perspectives and targeted suggestions on SMR site selection are provided.

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Section: Environmental Factorsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Perspective on Site Selection of Small Modular Reactors

Zhang¹,

Guo²,

Liu³

et al. 2020

J ENVIRON INFORM LET

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“…The model proposed by Eeckhoudt et al 26 incorporates individual-risk perception into the expected utility to evaluate the external costs that nuclear fuel imposed on the environment and society. Similarly, Margulies 27 proposed a risk-optimization modeling approach to determine the location of nuclear power plants including the induced environmental risks and associated factors. Moreover, Cowing et al 28 considers the shortterm tradeoffs between safety and productivity inherent to the operation of nuclear power facilities.…”

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confidence: 99%

Optimal integration of nuclear energy and water management into the oil sands operations

Betancourt‐Torcat¹,

Elkamel²,

Ricardez‐Sandoval³

2012

AIChE Journal

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An energy optimization model is presented that includes nuclear energy and water management into the oil sands industry. The proposed model determines the most suitable configuration of energy commodities and oil producers for a given oil production scenario at minimum cost while meeting environmental constraints. The proposed model was validated using data reported in the literature for the future oil sands operations in 2030. Likewise, the proposed integrated energy optimization model was used to determine the 2030 oil sands operations using recent information reported in the literature. The results show that the energy model is a practical tool that can be used to evaluate future oil production scenarios, identify the key parameters that affect the oil sands operations, and can also be used for planning and scheduling of the energy and oil producers for this industry. © 2012 American Institute of Chemical Engineers AIChE J, 2012

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“…Higher energy consumption rates, environmental concerns, unstable pricing of fossil fuels and the tendency of countries to secure energy sources are all reasons for which nuclear energy is considered as a viable option. On the other hand, the increasing quest for safety, power in economic competition, quicker construction periods and enhancement methods for management of nuclear waste are among matters that need more in-depth studies while planning for a nuclear power plant (Margulies 2004). As the construction of a nuclear power plant needs updated science and technology, benefiting from it would mean progress in most sciences and technologies, and would act as a platform for progress in science and technology.…”

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Environmental capability evaluation for nuclear power plant site selection: a case study of Sahar Khiz Region in Gilan Province, Iran

2016

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Due to the increasing population and the growing need for providing energy from a clean and non-fossil resource, there is an increasing interest in nuclear energy all over the world. As a fact, environmental capability evaluation should be considered for establishment of new nuclear power plants, not only to increase the safety against environmental risks, but also to achieve sustainable development. This study focuses on environmental capability evaluation for the nuclear power plant site selection in the coastal area of Gilan Province (Sahar Khiz). Considering the natural potentials and limitations of the area, the existing laws and regulations set by the International Atomic Energy Agency, United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission and Department of Environment, ecological and socioeconomic criteria were the main object of this study. At first, the Boolean logic method was used to prepare layered maps and identify selected zones, using geographical information system (GIS) and the ''AND'' operator. Then, the fuzzy logic method based on weighted linear combination (WLC) was applied for site selection of the new nuclear power plant. Four main criteria (physical, biological, social and economic) and 15 sub-criteria have been chosen for site selection process, from all selected criteria and sub-criteria. After preparing the raster maps of the ecological and socioeconomic sub-criteria, the fuzzy logic was used to standardize data layers between zero and one. Then, a relative weight was assigned to each criterion using Expert Choice software and the analytical hierarchy process (AHP) method. At the end, to combine all subcriteria, fuzzy logic method based on WLC was used in GIS environment, and the final map of environmental capability was prepared. The results of this study were compared to the results using the Boolean logic method, showing high coverage between the two methodologies, while the fuzzy logic method based on WLC combined with the AHP method had more flexibility and more accuracy comparing with the Boolean logic method.

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Risk optimization: siting of nuclear power electricity generating units

Cited by 6 publications

References 1 publication

Perspective on Site Selection of Small Modular Reactors

Perspective on Site Selection of Small Modular Reactors

Optimal integration of nuclear energy and water management into the oil sands operations

Environmental capability evaluation for nuclear power plant site selection: a case study of Sahar Khiz Region in Gilan Province, Iran

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