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[soundman]

Ping, on 2007-06-20 14:33:37, said:

The first sign of problems will be the two-headed jingjoks. Next, the spare/strange parts on people (like the man hands on Artisan's avatar girl).

What are you talking about? Two headed jing joks are everywhere. Its the Thai equivalent of the four leafed clover!!!


Soundman.

[Scott]

I probably need to apologize for all the smart-a*s remarks I've made. Actually, this is one of the first times I've witnessed some forward thinking and planning. Maybe this is a new beginnings of sorts.

Most things, the sky-train, subway, a lot of the bridge and road projects were many decades late in coming.

Glad I said that, now I can go back to being a smart-a*s.

[Ping]

soundman, on 2007-06-21 08:47:33, said:

Ping, on 2007-06-20 14:33:37, said:

The first sign of problems will be the two-headed jingjoks. Next, the spare/strange parts on people (like the man hands on Artisan's avatar girl).

What are you talking about? Two headed jing joks are everywhere. Its the Thai equivalent of the four leafed clover!!!


Soundman.

... then just imagine how much luck two headed soi dogs will bring.

[soundman]

Ping, on 2007-06-23 05:22:40, said:

soundman, on 2007-06-21 08:47:33, said:

Ping, on 2007-06-20 14:33:37, said:

The first sign of problems will be the two-headed jingjoks. Next, the spare/strange parts on people (like the man hands on Artisan's avatar girl).

What are you talking about? Two headed jing joks are everywhere. Its the Thai equivalent of the four leafed clover!!!


Soundman.

... then just imagine how much luck two headed soi dogs will bring.

Or the two headed cow that appeared in a thread a few months ago.... Aparently it was sold for a fortune - to be eaten....


Soundman.

[Jai Dee]

Science and Technology Minister says Thailand to have nuclear power plant in 14 years

Science and Technology Minister Yongyuth Yuthawong says public participation is important in carrying forward the establishment of a nuclear power plant in Japan, while affirming that the radioactive waste can be used as a recycled energy.

Prof. Dr. Yongyuth says the study on the nuclear power plant in Japan is beneficial to Thailand. He says the people in Japan are actively participating in this establishment because they are concerned for the environmental impacts. They also help oversee its safety, while ensuring that their neighbouring communities are happy with the setting up of a nuclear power plant.

Meanwhile, Prof. Dr. Yongyuth says the radioactive waste can be used as a recycled energy. The radioactive waste will be taken to a factory in the North of Japan, and it will be converted into a renewable energy.

The Science and Technology Minister says Thailand is expected to have a nuclear power plant in the next 14 years, and the country has to follow and compare its technological advancement with Japan, France and the United States of America. He says there is a possibility that the radioactive wastes would be eliminated outside Thailand. As for the location, Prof. Dr. Yongyuth says it should be set up along the coastal location or on the island, but further studies will need to be conducted.

Source: Thai National News Bureau Public Relations Department - 23 June 2007

[Mid]

two words

Green Peace.

[soundman]

three more

two headed fish



Soundman.

[Ping]

The problem with reporting is trying to ascertain the degree of accuracy. Jai Dee's source quotes Dr Yongyuth as saying that 'the radioactive waste can be used as a recycled energy', and later that 'there is a possibility that the radioactive wastes would be eliminated outside Thailand'. I would have thought that voters (hmmm?) would need to be assured that prior to Thailand committing to utilising this form of energy, a clear policy and binding arrangements can be guaranteed in respect of disposal of the spent materials. (Then again, perhaps Mid has summed-up at least part of the same issue with his concise offering above.)

[Gary A]

Ping, on 2007-06-23 13:08:50, said:

The problem with reporting is trying to ascertain the degree of accuracy. Jai Dee's source quotes Dr Yongyuth as saying that 'the radioactive waste can be used as a recycled energy', and later that 'there is a possibility that the radioactive wastes would be eliminated outside Thailand'. I would have thought that voters (hmmm?) would need to be assured that prior to Thailand committing to utilising this form of energy, a clear policy and binding arrangements can be guaranteed in respect of disposal of the spent materials. (Then again, perhaps Mid has summed-up at least part of the same issue with his concise offering above.)

Nuclear waste a problem, Why? Thailand will be the first country in the world to have nuclear powered cars. I understand that the nuclear waste is 400 degrees F and it will stay hot for 200 years. That nuclear waste will be encapsulated and cars will be driven by steam turbines. What's a little radioactivity going to hurt? I would guess that the nuclear plant will be located on one of the sea coasts to have access to cooling water. Property values up country are going to increase drastically in value so get yours while you can.

Does anyone know how far that radioactivity will drift?

[Ping]

Coastal location sites: Songkla, Patani or Narrathiwat? But seriously, though...

(Edit to point out that this was a poor attempt at humour - before the lines become taut!)

Edited by Ping, 2007-06-23 14:20:09.

[Jai Dee]

Ministry of Science and Technology seeks to create public understanding concerning nuclear power

The Deputy Permanent Secretary of Science and Technology affirms that creating public understanding concerning the safety and benefits of nuclear technology is essential to aiding Thailand in developing nuclear power.

Deputy Permanent Secretary of Science and Technology Pathom Yamkate (ปฐม แหยมเกตุ) hosted a seminar on increasing public awareness of the benefits of nuclear power through the media. Mr. Pathom said that the Office of the Atoms for Peace will be the main agency responsible for creating public awareness and understanding concerning nuclear technology. France, which currently derives more than 80 percent of its electricity from nuclear power plants, will also be aiding Thai officials in providing information about nuclear power.

The Deputy Permament Secretary of Science and Technology revealed that public relations officials will be asked to cooperate in the nuclear power campaign in order to allow Thailand to successfully establish a nuclear power plant in the near future.

Source: Thai National News Bureau Public Relations Department - 06 July 2007

[soundman]

Nuclear plants must wait for changes to law



2004 law restricts atomic energy usage

ARANEE JAIIMSIN The government needs to amend a law regarding nuclear energy development to cover power production or Thailand cannot build any nuclear power plants in the future. Only small-scale activities without military applications, such as medical treatment and food preservation, are allowed to use nuclear energy under the country's Atomic Energy for Peace Act 2004, according to Kamol Takabut, director of the mechanical engineering division at the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (Egat).

''Therefore, the scope of activities must be revised to cover nuclear power plants, too,'' said Dr Kamol, who is one of 10 experts in nuclear technology in Thailand.

Story Here



Soundman.

[Mid]

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creating public understanding

this Orwellian statement is beginning to appear all too frequently ...........................

[Mid]

Nuclear race is on in Asia
» 07/10/2007 13:22

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Ever more Asian states are building nuclear plants to have low cost, clean energy. But critics object to the risk of accidents, the danger that many may also have military technology and the possibility that plants may be targeted by terrorist groups.

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Thailand is conducting research for nuclear power with the aim of having a plant operational by 2020.

asianews.it

[Mid]

Malaysia To Build First Nuclear Monitoring Facility In Asean
July 14, 2007 19:11 PM

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Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak announced that Malaysia will build a Nuclear Monitoring Facility, the first of its kind in Asean, at a location in Bukit Ibam near here.

The RM100-million facility will be the 16th of its kind in the world.

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"Countries in South-East Asia have plans to build nuclear reactors to generate electricity. Indonesia will commence its nuclear energy programme in 2016, Vietnam in 2018 and Thailand in 2021.

"As such, this facility in Malaysia will help ensure there is no nuclear proliferation in the region," he added.

-- BERNAMA

[Ijustwannateach]

There's no country in the world where nuclear power can be justified. If you factor in the storage & risk costs of the waste products- over at least millions of years if not billions- there's no possible way the cost can compete with any conceivable price of fossil fuels (not to mention more renewable energy sources). It's a cynical trick for politicians to sell "cheap" power to the masses without revealing its true costs (which anyway will be borne by their descendants many, many, many times over).

"Steven"

[Maxi101]

Under the current circumstances, Nuclear Energy is the best, cheapest and cleanest solution to keep the pace of growth.
Just dump the stuff where you don't want people to go and you will see how nice things will be in this area. Have you actually seen pictures from areas where nuclear trash was dumped. Quite nice environment. And who cares if you loose one or two years of live expectation .... Smokers .... ?!?!

So don't be silly.

my 2 cents

[Jai Dee]

Construction of nuclear power plant underway

The Prime Minister admitted that discussions are underway with the Director of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to construct a nuclear power plant in Thailand.

Prime Minister Gen Surayud Chulanont reports that the IAEA Director General Dr. Mohamed ElBaradei (โมฮัมเหม็ด อัลบาราดี) recently attended a seminar on the development of science and technology in a bid to construct a nuclear power plant in Thailand. Gen Surayud said that preparations are underway to train personnel and create understanding among citizens on the issue. The IAEA Director General affirmed his belief that Thailand will be fully capable of developing nuclear technology for peaceful endeavors.

The Prime Minister said that the world is undergoing radical changes, many of which can be attributed to scientific and technological causes. Gen Surayud advised adherence to the self-sufficiency economic principle, grassroot development, the establishment of a regional market, environmental conservation, and strengthening of all sectors.

Source: Thai National News Bureau Public Relations Department - 16 July 2007

[Mid]

Nuke reactor 'leaked' after quake

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TOKYO, Japan (CNN) -- A Japanese nuclear power plant shut down following a major earthquake on Monday leaked water containing radioactive materials from a reactor, according to the company running the facility.

The 6.8-magnitude quake triggered an automatic shutdown at the plant in the city of Kashiwazaki, in Niigata prefecture, when a small fire broke out in an electrical transmission facility, the Tokyo Electric Power Co. reported.

Cable News Network

[Maxi101]

... and how many died ?!

Compare that with a great dam which is leaking ...

[zink]

Also Burma is planning to build a nuclear reactor: http://www.irrawaddy...php?art_id=7738

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Assurances of peaceful intentions arouse only skepticism

Burma’s confirmation of plans to build a 10-megawatt nuclear reactor with the help of Russia’s federal atomic energy agency Rosatom has created nervousness and anxiety among Burma observers.

Maybe two great military juntas could collaborate on this issue?

[soundman]

Maybe they could build one on the border & share it.

[Mid]

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Maybe they could build one on the border & share it.

hong nam , mouth , soap .

[soundman]

Mid, on 2007-07-17 20:17:35, said:

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Maybe they could build one on the border & share it.

hong nam , mouth , soap .

horng nahm, bahk, saboo... What on earth are you talking about mid?

[Mid]

nothing personal ,

just my response to your tongue in cheek suggestion ,

one really shouldn't say such things ...........................