[en] The idea that society can have a free lunch in the form of a risk-free energy system is rapidly fading away. All energy systems have some risk to human health, and for some it can be substantial. Nuclear power seems to have both a low occupational and public risk compared to other forms. In addition to this, some original research is presented with calculations on some of the risk associated with sealing up houses to keep heat in. When the effects of the accumulated radon is included, the risk per unit energy saved for this form of conservation can be great. Indeed, it appears to be much greater than the public risk of nuclear power

[en] In this paper the risks of 11 different energy systems are compared. In calculating such risks the number of deaths per man hour involved in the fabrication of materials, plant construction, the trades involved and the risks to the public from catastrophic events, calculated on theoretical and historic events, are taken into consideration. Risks in energy conservation are also discussed and the risks involved in saving energy by efficiently sealing houses is studied. This risk proves a greater risk than the public risk from nuclear power. (U.K.)

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