Gov. Phil Scott trying to sell the nuclear Kool-Aid to the citizens of Vermont is unacceptable. Like Gov. Maura Healey, Scott insists that nuclear power is “clean.” He supports bringing small modular nuclear reactors (SMNRs) to the Vermont Yankee site. In an attempt to meet the state’s carbon commitments, the state wants to substitute “clean” for “renewable” to justify nuclear’s inclusion. Nuclear energy is neither clean nor green. We must do better. We need solutions that are truly sustainable and protect our communities.
While Scott is a nuclear cheerleader, the governor ignores the problem of the high-level waste sitting on the banks of the Connecticut River. He in fact wants to make it possible to store more deadly waste at the site. Waste with no solution. Supporting an industry that has yet to solve its waste problem is irresponsible. Given climate disruption and acts of malice, we would be better served by leaders that address our vulnerability to the waste sitting on the banks of the river. Vermonters must demand the state and federal government take action. Contact your legislator! (https://legislature.vermont.gov/people/)
Deb Katz
Rowe