International Symbiosis: The Role of Thorium and The Breeders

The economic feasibility of an international symbiotic nuclear system, based on the concept of comprehensive energy parks, is examined as one approach to meet global energy needs. The system relies heavily on the utilization of breeders as ²³³U fuel factories and advanced converters as ²³³U consumers. This combination provides attractive proliferation resistance by the operation of a relatively small number of reactors fueled with potential weapons material inside secured areas.