AF4S31: Strategic Financial Management - Nuclear Power Plant Financing

This report provides a critical analysis of the financing of nuclear power plants in the 2020s and beyond, exploring various aspects such as sources of finance, including both long-term and short-term options like government funding, charity organizations, and loans. It delves into wider economic factors, highlighting the impact on job creation, electricity supply, and the potential effects of rising raw material costs and economic crises. The report also addresses key issues associated with nuclear projects, including cost overruns, time lags, health risks like lung cancer, air pollution, and the challenges of waste disposal, rising demand, and stakeholder support. Furthermore, it examines risk management processes and procedures relevant to nuclear power plant projects, offering a comprehensive overview of the financial and operational challenges within the nuclear energy sector. This report is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of nuclear power plant financing.