Given all the talk about energy concerns, few mention nuclear power as an alternative. It already provides a chunk of our energy needs, though most do not realize this fact.

Surprise! Nuclear Plants Are All Around You

Nuclear energy is one of those hot button issues that get peoples dander up. Ambivalence rarely seems to be an option. You are either in favor of using it as a power production resource or you are not.

The odd thing, however, is that most people only argue in the abstract. Those in favor argue about the energy produced and getting off oil. Those against it argue about the risks in light of the disaster at Chernobyl, the risk of terrorist attacks and what to do with the radioactive waste.

Interestingly, nobody seems to bring up the fact that nuclear energy is used in many locations in the United States, often just outside of major cities. For instance, the San Onofre Nuclear Power Plant hangs over the ocean about 30 minutes north of San Diego and 45 minutes south of Los Angeles. This area is also prone to earthquakes with