TX Governor Opposition to Nuclear Waste Storage

What? Texas Governor submitted an opposition letter to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission opposing a nuclear waste storage facility in Andrews County

Who is involved in the project? Interim Storage Partners (ISP), a joint venture between Waste Control Specialists and Orano USA

Why does the Governor oppose the project?

• “imperil” oil and gas production
• could make the region subject to a terrorist attack
•  imperils America’s energy security 
•  “specialized emergency response” required fort he facility would disrupt other local industries 

What did the NM Governor say about the project? Also opposed, the Governor called the project  “economic malpractice” 

Carlsbad Current | Texas Gov. Greg Abbott objects to nuclear waste facility proposed in Permian Basin