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On Monday, Georgia Power made an exciting announcement that a third nuclear reactor at its Plant Vogtle has now started operating and is providing power to customers in the state. Plant Vogtle already has two reactors installed in the 1980s, and a fourth reactor is set to begin operations in 2024. Remarkably, this is the first nuclear reactor to come online in the United States since 2016.
The United States leads the world in nuclear power capacity, accounting for about 20% of its power generation, according to the Energy Information Administration. While wind and solar power are growing, nuclear power offers additional benefits for addressing climate change, as it produces zero carbon emissions and its generation is not affected by natural conditions.
Georgia Power CEO Kim Greene emphasized the importance of long-term investments that provide clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy to their 2.7 million customers. She stated, “It is important that we make these kinds of long-term investments and see them through so we can continue providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy to our 2.7 million customers.”
The Big Read
U.S. Bans Incandescent Light Bulbs: Here’s What To Know
The Biden Administration has implemented a ban on incandescent light bulbs in favor of energy-efficient bulbs. This follows a bipartisan effort over several years to phase out incandescent bulbs, which was previously blocked by former President Donald Trump’s regulations and standards.
Find out more here.
Discoveries And Innovations
California-based startup Torch is now accepting pre-orders for its innovative wildfire detectors, which help identify small fires in forests before they escalate into destructive infernos.
Meteorologists and climate experts express concern about the record-breaking July temperatures. Discover why here.
Scientists are exploring the use of resilient “super corals” to mitigate the impact of climate change on coral reefs across the globe.
The Big Transportation Story
EV Prices Sinking, New CarGurus Report Shows
One of the major obstacles for car shoppers considering the switch to electric vehicles (EVs) is the higher price compared to gasoline models. However, a recent study by auto shopping and research site CarGurus.com highlights a positive trend: the top 10 EVs with the largest price declines in the past year.
Find out more here.
Sustainability Deals Of The Week
Thermal Solar: Glasspoint, the producer of solar steam for industrial processes, has raised an impressive $8 million series A funding round led by 300PPM.
Infrastructure AI: Transcendence Software, which leverages generative AI for designing sustainable infrastructure projects, secured $20 million in a series B funding round.
Coal Transformation: Rivian, the high-profile EV maker, has partnered with power company BrightNight and the non-profit
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