Granholm Affirms Push To Keep Nuclear Plants To Attain Climate Goals

Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm is confirming Biden administration interest in some kind of “direct subsidy” or other support from Congress to aid nuclear plants at risk of closure, arguing it could otherwise be difficult if not impossible to meet greenhouse gas goals. “The Department of Energy has not historically subsidized plants, but I think this is a moment to consider . . . to make sure that we keep the current fleet active,” Granholm said during a May 6 House...