US and Russia push nuclear power
Russia and the US have spearheaded a call for increased nuclear power to provide a more secure energy supply for the world. The US called for “substantial rebirth” of nuclear power after a meeting of energy ministers of the powerful Group of Eight (G8) nations in Moscow. A joint G8 statement said it was vital “for those countries that wish it”. Green groups said nuclear fuel would fail to provide a sustainable energy future or prevent climate change. Full Story