San Luis Obispo County is studying the construction of a major seawater desalination plant along its 90-mile coastline, to provide a drought-proof water supply for 16 partner water agencies. One of the leading options involves pairing or expanding the plant at or near Diablo Canyon, California’s last operating nuclear power station. … This path carries substantial risks. Critics contend economic pressures and electric grid reliability concerns shouldn’t be prioritized over public health, safety and the environment.
–Written by William Simpson, executive director of the Wild Horse Fire Brigade.