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Regulatory change is in the air

The last major legislation altering the atomic regulatory structure was passed in 1974: the Energy Reorganization Act.

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Learn about the Nuclear Promise

Nuclear power is facing stiff competition from natural gas.

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Create engineering drawings on the go

AutoDesk makes a version of AutoCAD that you can download to your mobile device.

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Create crisp, professional images for free

Graphics are an effective way to communicate important information quickly.

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A nuclear graphic

This was created using Canva, which you can download here. Click the picture for the full-size version.

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Never pay for another oil change

Does it sound too good to be true?

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Increase your productivity at work with this tool

Do you ever make a commitment at work, but then forget to do it?

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Two free books on US atomic energy history

There are two out of print books written about the history of nuclear regulation in the US.

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