Key Issues
Helpful Links
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
The NRC is the independent government agency that regulates the commercial uses of nuclear materials.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
EPA's role is to safeguard the natural environment, air, water and land. See the radiation dose calculator, What Is Your Annual Radiation Dose?
National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements
The NCRP develops information, guidance and recommendations on radiation protection and measurements that represent the consensus of leading scientific thinking.
Federal Emergency Management Agency
FEMA, part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, is charged with reducing loss of life and property and protecting the nation’s critical infrastructure from all types of hazards.
Health Physics Society
HPS is a scientific and professional organization whose members specialize in occupational and environmental radiation safety.
For a comprehensive list of NEI approved bookmarks, please see our list at http://del.icio.us/nuclearfaq/.
Viewpoints on Nuclear Energy
Video
An eight-minute, streaming audio-video clip presenting the security measures in effect at nuclear power plants, including a regimen of armed guards, patrols, detection equipment, and physical barriers, as well as the design of the plant itself.
