Speed Bumps Ahead?

Nuclear Power Is in Demand
Looking at the figures, you'd think the world has embraced nuclear energy once again with open arms. There are currently 439 nuclear plants in operation worldwide, 33 under construction and 94 that are in advanced planning stages, according to Jeremy Gordon, a spokesperson for the World Nuclear Association in London. - Seeking Alpha 05/15/2008

Senate May Kill Solar Rally
Solar stocks have been rallying on reports that the House this week will approve a bill that includes extensions of tax credits for renewable energy sources such as wind, solar and biomass. And while it does appear likely that the measure will pass, there is reason to believe it will get killed off in the Senate in its present form. - Eric Savitz, Seeking Alpha 05/14/2008

Stock Prices Jump in the Junior Uranium Sector
Looking at the Toll Cross Junior Uranium Index, we see a 4.4 percent increase to 344.28 from 329.91, fuelled by rallying junior companies in the sector. Compared to last week, junior explorers were up eight percent, advanced explorers jumped six percent, production visibility companies gained 10 percent, and producers gained eight percent. - Stockhouse.com 05/12/2008