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Re:Why does nuclear power plant construction cost so much? by thriftwy on Friday June 16, 2023 @11:41AM (#36358507)
I begin to understand the logic behind the US derailings.

The idea here is that maintenance is much, much cheaper than rescue operations. If 100 more pumps let you run for years without a scram, go along and order them.

Re:Why does nuclear power plant construction cost so much? by Retric on Saturday June 17, 2023 @03:57PM (#36373961)
That assumes it’s actually a benefit.

The point here is the “100 pumps” raise costs and complexity for zero benefit.