ML12262A346
| ML12262A346 | |
| Person / Time | |
|---|---|
| Site: | Indian Point  |
| Issue date: | 09/05/2012 |
| From: | Friedman J Queens, NY, Chamber of Commerce |
| To: | NRC/SECY/RAS |
| SECY RAS | |
| References | |
| 50-247-LR, ASLBP 07-858-03-LR-BD01, 50-286-LR, RAS E-1129 | |
| Download: ML12262A346 (2) | |
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- .*hamber of Commerce Jack Friedman, Executive Director Carol Conslato, President Albert F. Pennisi, Counsel Mayra DiRico, 1st Vice President Gerard J. Thornton, Treasurer DOCKETED September s, 2012 USNR..
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Offic of he SM#WyOFFICE OF SECRETARY RULEMAKINGS AND U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Co ion ADJUDICATIONS STAFF Washington, DC 2o55-5.00 Re:
Economic Impact of Indian Point Units 2 and 3 License Renewal Application NRC Docket Nos. 5,-247-LR and
.o-286-LR ASLBP No. o7-858-o3L.R-BDoi
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- 4 q The existing energy alternatives to Indian Point - mainly fosil fuel sources - not only reduce electric reliability, but also present real health issues for New York City. Queens is home to six fossil fuel power plants, which are among the most egregious emitters of toxic pollution.
These plants are predominanly located in minority and low-income o tie. Indian Point's closure would Increase our reliance on power from the pollution-emitting fossil fuel generators, resulting in a disproportionate impact on the borough's most vulnerable populations, including seniors, children and the disabled. A report commissoned by the New York City Department of Environmental Conservation found that without Indian Point, carbon dioxide (C02) emissions will increase by is percent, sulfur dioxide (SO2) will go up to 14 percent, and nitrogen oxide (NOx) will reach 7-8 percent These toxic emissions are linked to global warming, acid rain and smog.
If our employees have to deal with increased health costs, It wl impact both productivity and the family unit. The Clean Air Task Force attributes 799 deaths, 698
, and 1,541 heart attacks annually to power plant pollution throughout the New York Metropolitan region. These concerns and costs should not be the tradeoff in this process. New York already pays the third highest electricity rates in the nation, adding increased healthcare costs to the mix will only worsen the situation.
The numerous benefits of Indian Point's continued operation, including electric reliability, minimized power costs, and increased public safety, have contributed to strong economic growth In Queens. Indian Point's continued operation is esseutial to protecting the environment and the lives of those in designated environmental Justice area. As we move toward achieving expansion plans, Improving air quality is central to keeping both businesses and their employees healthy. The borough has come a long way, and we have some more to go, Shutting down Indian Point would set us back and send many to the emergency room.
As such, the Queens Chamber of Commerce encourages you to renew the license for Indian Point. Thank you for your time and considering my comments on this Issue.
Sincerely, Jack Friedman, Executive Director cc:
Administrative Judge Lawrence G. McDade c/o Anne Siarnacki, Law Clerk Atomic Safety and Licensing Board Panel Mail Stop T-3F23 US. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Washington, DC 2o555-oooi Fax to: (301) 415-5599 (verification (301) 415-7550)
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