Nuclear Talk Summary I

Last Friday (8 Oct2010) there was a talk on "Green Lecture Series". This talk, we have 2 invited guest speakers who are Madam Sheriffah Noor Khamseah Al-Idid binti Dato’ Syed Ahmad Idid from the Nuclear Power Division, Malaysia Nuclear Agency, and also Mr Azrudi Mustapha from the TNB Nuclear Energy Unit. Note that, this is justa summary of the talk, as per quota of this blog tentative.

As for the first lecture, Madam Sheriffah has 6 main points which are
A Energy: Catalyst for Economic Growth
B. Current Energy Regime is Unsustainable
C. Present Status of Nuclear Power
D. Evolution of Nuclear Power Systems
E. Projections for Nuclear Power
F. Global & Domestic Challenges for Malaysian Government & Industry Leaders to consider introducing and expanding Nuclear Power


To summaries her talk, she introduce to us the definition of energy. Energy is actually something very important. This is because, everything we do relates with energy. Therefore, as we know energy is important, we must also know where is the source of this energy come from? This is because, without the energy source, we will not be able to do work. "Work" here is inclusive of the daily normal chores such as walking until the extraordinary chores such as producing a coke drink. In short, a good example is driving a car needs petrol as a source in order for us to move easily and comfortable from point A to B.


However, as we all know, thank to previous generations, we have found many source of energy such as carbon based fuel (LNG, coal, petrol) and also renewable energy fuel such as hydro, solar and wind energy. However, as much as we are aware or unaware, we have a much bigger problem which is we are heavily depended on carbon based fuel. The next horrifying thing is that these carbon based fuel is coming to an extinction, not in the near 20-30 years (except for coal) and thus, a new energy source is greatly needed which is Nuclear Power!! Moreover, the escalating price of carbon based fuel has also lead to the development of Nuclear Power. Thus, that's why we need to start our own nuclear power plant as soon as possible. This is because, our country is 1 of the country that is so much dependent on hydrocarbon fuel. Not only that this energy is not environmental friendly as it contributes to global warming, but its cost is fluctuating from time to time. And each time the government declares an increase in fuel, or electricity, the cost of living will definitely rocket. A good example is roti canai cost RM0.90 in Kuala Lumpur in the early 2000, but today, it costs as much as RM1.30!


After that, Madam Sheriffah continued speaking on the developent of Nuclear Power Plants globally and also how our country, Malaysia is progressing with developing our very own nuclear power plant.


The next lecture is done by 1 of our lecturer in this topic which is Mr Mr Azrudi Mustapha. Seriouly, we saw how awesome and convincing his talk is. Dont believe me? Check how these wonderfull commentators has been impacted and transformed!! (Thank you commentators who backed us up! You all are of great help! =), yes .. you, you and you *points to everyone*).


Mr Azrudi started his talk with our country energy consumption and its effect if it is not sustained. This really lets the audience the the clear picture of what happen in the future if fossil fuel is not being replace. Besides that, he also points out the effects of green house effect, and how nuclear energy can help reduce green house effect. Moreover, Mr Azrudi also explains thoroughly how a nuclear power reactor works and its safety system. In fact, we dare to say that incidents such as CHERNOBYL and 3 MILE ISLAND would not happen as there are at least protective layers defending our nuclear power plants! And the last layer is the 1 meter thick concrete!!!! Finally before ending, Mr Azrudi also mention about radioactive, radioactivity & its waste.

So, the future is in YOUR HANDS as we are the FUTURE GENERATION LEADERS! Therefore, we must choose to opt for nuclear power or ban it!! Remember, we MUST MAKE EARTH SUSTAINABLE for our FUTURE GRANDCHILDREN! =)

*NOTE* We are here as supporters of nuclear power plant. Besides that, we are major role player to provide information regarding nuclear power plant to all readers. This is because we have not a single intention to wipe out all power plant and replace it solely with nuclear power plant. However, we just want to inform all readers that as we develop nuclear power plants, we also developed other renewable resources hand in hand to maximize energy, minimize energy cost and also reduce green house effect!


*P/s we have this nuclear test tonight, so after the test, all comments will be entertained ASAP!, so bring it ON!!! (but please ask relevant question regarding topic) and other comments you can put in the chat box. Thank you very much!