On 2/25/08, David VanHorn <microbrix@gmail.com> wrote:
> Why is it that we don't site nuclear power plants inside military bases?

I can see three reasons:
 * No bases near where you want a reactor due to population
(transmission losses), water source, geologic stability and other
factors
 * Don't want the military to control power to the people (low, but
possible military coup)
 * Don't want to let enemies get 2 birds with one stone

As far as letting them run them, the military has a mission that,
while not incompatible, is certainly not completely lined up with
being a utility company.

-Adam
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