1979 Medal Électricité de France AE SP64 认证号35431803, PCGS号676377

“No oil, no gas, no coal, no choice.” During the energy crisis of the 1970s France found itself in a terrible bind: Its hydro capabilities were tapped, it had no coal or natural gas resources, and it was mercilessly dependent on oil imports for most of its power. The solution to this problem became known as the Messmer Plan, named after the French Prime Minister of the time. It was a massive buildup of nuclear power to make the nation more energy independent. It worked. France now enjoys some of the lowest electricity costs in Europe, has reliable power, and has a grid that has been almost completely decarbonized (without it even being the goal). This ought to be a climate strategy for nations to provide growth and prosperity for populations, but it is not viewed as such in the West. Ignorance, bad press, and outdated utility models are putting US nuclear plants, which produce 60% of our CO2 free electricity, at risk. They have, and will continue to be replaced with cheaper natural gas. I dont know the way forward, but I do know that this technology remains vital for our future. If you want to learn more watch “Pandora’s Promise” on Amazon Prime Video.