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Energy and Utilities Law

Northwestern Pritzker School of Law

1993

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The Need For Liability Constraints In Successful High-Technology Development: A Comparison Of The French And U.S. Commercial Nuclear Programs, Thomas J. Daemen Jan 1993

The Need For Liability Constraints In Successful High-Technology Development: A Comparison Of The French And U.S. Commercial Nuclear Programs, Thomas J. Daemen

Northwestern Journal of International Law & Business

The history of America's nuclear program is replete with examples of shining brilliance and dismal failure. After examining America's successes and failures, this Comment reviews the highly structured French development history. The internationalization of nuclear safety is then addressed, as international efforts continue to play a critical role in future nuclear production. Finally, a variety of key recommendations for current and future activity are analyzed.