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Global nuclear power generation has been increasing for several years now, and a number of countries are committed to expanding their nuclear programs. Through 2015, most of the growth potential is located in Asia (Japan, Korea and China) and, to a lesser extent, in the CIS. The majority of the reactors under construction are located in these regions. Nuclear power has high capital costs and low variable costs, so that its commercial viability depends critically on the cost of capital ? the rate of return it must pay investors and the price of electricity.

The World Energy Council issued a report comparing the merits of different sources of energy for electric power generation, based on three criteria: competitiveness (energy accessibility and availability), energy security and environmental impacts. The reports conclusions, summarized in the table below, show that nuclear and hydropower are the most advantageous solutions, based on these three criteria. Nuclear Power looks very risky, as its product, wholesale electricity, is sold in very volatile markets. Looking ahead, these price risks are set to increase, for at least three reasons.

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1.5% daily for 150 days
2% daily for 90 days
2.5% daily for 60 days