Economic analysis of nuclear reactors
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The report presents several methods for estimating the power costs of nuclear reactors. When based on a consistent set of economic assumptions, total power costs may be useful in comparing reactor alternatives. The principal items contributing to the total power costs of a nuclear power plant are: (1) capital costs, (2) fuel cycle costs, (3) operation and maintenance costs, and (4) income taxes and fixed charges. There is a large variation in capital costs and fuel expenses among different reac…
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Date:
May 1, 1979
Creator:
Owen, P. S.; Parker, M. B. & Omberg, R. P.
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