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Bill Paxton on GNEP

governor.ky.gov

By Bill Paxton

Murray, KY – The Paducah Uranium Plant Asset Utilization Task Force has been working to find compatible facilities to replace the Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant, which is scheduled to close in the next few years. The international Global Nuclear Energy Partnership (GNEP) offers facilities that would use the experienced nuclear work force in the region. Paducah Mayor Bill Paxton explains his stance on the project.

Click the "Listen" icon above to hear Bill Paxton on GNEP.

Decisions on where the facilities for GNEP will be located rest with the US Department of Energy and are expected next year. Information on the issue can be found on the web at PaducahGnep.com