The Episcopal Ecological Network (EpEN)

On the Topic of Nuclear Power

Resolution 1991-D118
NOTE: Resolution died with adjournment.

On the Topic of Nuclear Power
(original text)

Whereas, The continued use of fossil fuels damages the ozone layer and contributes to global warming; and

Whereas, The continued use of fossil fuels leads to pressures for the exploration and despoiling of precious natural land reserves in the Arctic and elsewhere; and

Whereas, Continued dependence on foreign oil hurts the American economy and puts this country at the potential mercy of foreign rulers; therefore be it

Resolved, the House of Bishops concurring, That the 70^th General Convention of the Episcopal Church support efforts to explore the peaceful uses of nuclear power through its progressive development as a source of electric power for the United States and the safe and responsible long-term disposal of nuclear waste within the United States.

Originating Committee: Committee on National and International Problems

Status: The resolution was amended and passed by the House of Deputies but was not discussed or passed by the House of Bishops before the end of the convention.

Source: Archives of the Episcopal Church

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