Assignment

Instructions: Florida Power and Light (FPL) are seeking to add two more nuclear power plants on the current Homestead location where two nuclear power plants already exist. 

• FPL seeks two more South Florida nuclear reactors article

Based on what you have learned so far from this class, discuss the following: 

• What problems might these new power plants encounter if they were built in South Florida with a lifespan of 40 years?
• What advantages are there in giving FPL the licenses for these new plants?
• What disadvantages are there in giving FPL the licenses for these new plants?
• What are some other alternatives to the nuclear power plants?
• What precautions would you demand if these power plants were built?
• Given what you know, if you were in a position to approve or disapprove the licenses, what would you vote, and why?

Make sure to:

• Write a short essay or paragraph of at least 300 words. 
• Use concrete examples/details and avoid generalities.
• Address all questions.
• Use proper grammar and punctuation.
• If you researched your topic and are using information from what you learned, remember to cite your sources.
• Do not plagiarize.
• You will not be able to edit your assignment once you post, so please proofread and spell check before hitting post!

Link: http://articles.sun-sentinel.com/2014-05-12/business/fl-fpl-nuclear-preview-20140512_1_turkey-point-fpl-reactors