The Health Risks of Nuke Plants' Routine Releases

The nuclear industry wants us to believe nuclear power plants provide "emissions-free energy," in the words of Raleigh-based Progress Energy’s Chairman and CEO Bob McGehee.

Don't believe it. It's a lie.

I detail why in my cover story in this week's Independent newspaper, reporting on health risks associated with routine releases of radioactive pollution from nuclear power plants. Unfortunately, the paper declined my offer to fully link the online version of the story, but if you're interested in getting more information on any of my sources, e-mail me at suesturgis@raleigheconews.com.