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Old 05-22-2008, 07:32   #11
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Originally Posted by Sten View Post
Source on that factoid please.

You might find this LINK helpful.


Uranium 2005: Resources, Production and Demand - also called the "Red Book" - estimates the total identified amount of conventional uranium stock, which can be mined for less than USD 130 per kg, to be about 4.7 million tonnes. Based on the 2004 nuclear electricity generation rate of demand the amount is sufficient for 85 years, the study states. Fast reactor technology would lengthen this period to over 2500 years.

Notice the 85 years is at current usage; increased usage would change that. At the link, additional reserves are discussed.

Here's another LINK that may be helpful.
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