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Costly Environmental Protections: The Hinkley Point C Dilemma
This chapter analyzes the financial and design challenges of the Hinkley Point C nuclear plant project, focusing on a controversial underwater megaphone feature meant to protect marine life. The discussion emphasizes the tension between environmental considerations and the safety and budgetary constraints faced in large-scale engineering projects.