Nuclear Power Safety and Security Action Resource Center
If you want to get involved in making nuclear power safer, you've come to the right place! Our Action Resource Center provides the necessary resources for citizens to learn about nuclear power safety concerns in their state as well as how to engage state and local officials and the media. Our outreach staff is available at nuclearsafety@ucsusa.org to work with you or answer any questions/concerns that you may have.
If you want to learn more about the Union of Concerned Scientists' nuclear power work, visit our main nuclear power page.
Primary Campaign Goals
While there are many things that can be done to make nuclear power safer, we're focusing on these three:
- Accelerate the transfer of spent fuel to dry casks
- Enforce fire regulations at nuclear plants
- Ensure flooding preparedness
The Nuclear Power Information Tracker
Zoom in on the interactive map to find reactors in your state, or search for reactors with specific safety issues.
Action Map: Letters from Local Elected Officials
Click here to view letters signed by state, municipal, and local officials
Templates
We have provided template letters that can be edited and used to engage local officials and the media on particular safety issues.
Addressed to state and local policy makers:
Dry cask storage | Template | Examples
Enforcement of fire regulations | Template | Examples
Concerns regarding flood issues and dam failure | Template | Examples
Emergency Preparedness Zone (EPZ) | Template | Examples
Addressed to media:
General nuclear safety | Template | Examples
Policy Center
Frequently Asked Questions
Find your local state and municipal officials | Directory
State legislative committees | Energy| Nuclear Waste
Nuclear Power Safety Fact Sheets for States and Regions
