The shocking aspect of this story isn’t that an airbase is getting its own reactor generating almost limitless power…but that more bases don’t have this technology ! With most western base assets (in the good part of the Pacific) reliant on the national power grid of the host nation there is a screaming need for reliable, stand alone power, in case things get a little bit exciting in the neighbourhood. Most bases run on massive diesel generators (until the fuel runs out) when the mains supply goes down. Many bases don’t even have dual network supply. Hospitals do…but defence bases apparently don’t need it. How do we guarantee power supply to our bases to sustain operations without looking at stand alone reactors too ? To pretend we can run defence assets on renewable power and batteries is a dangerous fantasy bordering on negligence. Part of our AUKUS deal needs to include micro reactor technology transfer and upskilling of local technical personnel. Without better, realistic energy options…our defence bases will close up shop waaaaaay before we run out of fuel for our ships and tanks and planes…in 2 weeks. #nuclearpowerforADF
I agree Malcolm; sometimes the answer is right in front of us
You don’t say…🧐
Peace through strength !!!
There is something of a solid idea behind this. Thanks Malcolm.
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