Student org teaches nuclear policy

As the campaign season continues to heat up, energy policy continues to be a hotbed of discussion among pundits. While the national debate continues, some may neglect to notice environmental issues of local importance.

The Environmental Studies Association, a Boise State University student organization, will hold a “teach-in” tomorrow to educate students on a proposed nuclear power plant in Elmore County.

“A West Virginia company wants to build this nuclear plant that would export its power out of state but keep the radioactive waste in Idaho for decades,” a flier distributed by the group said.

Crystal White, president of the Boise State University Environmental Studies Association, says the issue extends far beyond the environment.

“This issue is social, economical, political and environmental,” White said. “I’m hoping that students educate themselves on the issue and that is part of the point [of the teach-in].”

White cited a number of issues of concern to her, including the proximity of the proposed plant to Bruneau Sand Dunes, a bombing range and agricultural lands.

“In the midst of a climate crisis, alternative fuels need more attention,” White said.  “Nuclear power just isn’t viable right now. Sustainable, renewable energies are more realistic at this time than ever before.”

The teach-in will be held Tuesday, Sept. 30 in the Student Union Brink room at 4 p.m.

DALE W. EISINGER
Culture Editor

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