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Press and hold ctrl and click any of the underlined text to open it’s link Suggested Reading Material by the Committee for Future Generations (Lists not intended to be all-encompassing) Table of Contents Introduction ................................................2 Infographics .............. ...............................2-3 Radiation in Daily Life ....................................3 Negative Health Effects of Nuclear Energy ........ 3-4 Death because of Nuclear Energy ....................4-5 Dumping of Nuclear Waste (Globally) ..................5 Transportation of Nuclear Materials ....................6 Nuclear Energy and its role in Climate Change .......6 The Fight Against Nuclear Energy in Canada ..........7 Fukushima...................................................8 Remnants of the Cold War..............................8-9 1 Press and hold ctrl and click any of the underlined text to open it’s link Introduction What is radioactivity? An in-depth introduction to the topics of radioactivity and radiation. Explaining Radioactivity - Animation Clip Another introductory video for radioactivity which features sporty graphics Waste Rock The process of mining uranium. Includes topics such as the creation and dumping of waste rock, which contains elevated concentrations of radioisotopes compared to normal rock. (Video) From Radioactive Mines to Radioactive Weapons A history of uranium mining and the treatment of indigenous miners. Chernobyl: the true scale of the accident An overview of the Chernobyl and how tragic the whole incident is. The Legacy of Nuclear Energy A history of environmental racism and Uranium mining in Saskatchewan Mad Science An exploration of the History of the industry, starting from the manhattan project. indigeneous Peoples EnviroNative Training Initiatives is a not-for-profit enterprise with a mission to design and deliver training programs for First Nations women and youth in the areas of food security, natural building skills and entrepreneurial skills. EnviroNative Training Initiatives is a notfor-profit enterprise with a mission to design and deliver training programs for First Nations women and youth in the areas of food security, natural building skills and entrepreneurial skills. Infographics Uranium Sales in Saskatchewan Compared to Royalties A perspective on the price energy companies are trading for human lives. Thirsty energy A look at the interdependance between water and energy. 2 Press and hold ctrl and click any of the underlined text to open it’s link Infographics (Continued) Pacific Ocean radiation maps A visual for the spread of cesium across the oceans. Water is Life –Masaru Emoto The beauty of the molecular structure of water and how it differs when effected by conciousness, music, and radiation. Radiation in Daily Life Testing food with a Geiger coutner overview Common foods taking the test against geiger counters. Radiation Limits In Food & Environment A look into what it actually takes for food items to get banned due to radiation. Radioactive Products A collection of some products marketed towards the general public which contain high levels of radioactivity. Radiation Detox & Prevention This article discusses helpful techniques which can help negate effects from radioactivity. Negative Health Effects of Nuclear Energy Even low-level radioactivity is damaging A wide-scale study by the university of south carolina shows that there is no minimum threshold of exposure before health effects appear. Nuclear Power Is a Dead End A history of nuclear power and it's effects across the globe 3 Press and hold ctrl and click any of the underlined text to open it’s link Negative Health Effects of Nuclear Energy (Continued) Internal radiation emitters – cesium and iodine – far more dangerious than external exposure Internal exposure to cesium and iodine is 200-600 times more dangers as external, putting into perspective the danger of radioactive foods. Nuclear Waste in Russia Voiced stories of children living in Russia and the struggle they face due to nuclear waste. Nuclear waste: The threat Peter Birgell discusses the after-effects from the creation of nuclear waste. Issues on Nuclear Waste Disposal Sites – Educational Video A documentary on the real effects of the disposal site near Carlsbad, New Mexico. Effects of Radiation on the Developing Enbry and Fetus – Heritable Effects of Radiation The title says it all, slideshow prepared by Dr. Eric J. Hall of Columbia University. Aspermy, Sperm Quality and Radiation in Chernobyl Birds Study which suggests radioactive contamination around chernobyl affects sperm production and quality Aspects of DNA Damage from Internal Radionuclides Scientist from Jacobs University, Germany, discusses the effects of internal radiation and radionuclides Death because of Nuclear Energy RadAccidents List of many events which have caused causualities by radiation. Chernobyl Heart’s Child 2 The heart-braking story of children of Chernobyl born with genetic heart conditions 4 Press and hold ctrl and click any of the underlined text to open it’s link Death because of Nuclear Energy (Continued) Learning life lessons in 83 days of death. “Reality check: From the moment neutron beams — the most powerful form of radioactive energy — passed through his body, he was a dead man. There are no uncertainties. The only release is death.” Dumping of Nuclear Waste (Globally) Scariest Atomic-Waste Burial Plan Has French Villages Up in Arms France’s electricity is 75% nuclear, and as a result there is a lot of waste to deal with. They are looking to dump the waste deep underground, but aboveground the people of the village of Bure are revolting. Frances Problem with Nuclear Waste: A Conversations with Kevin Kamps Kevin Kamps discusses all the potential dangers, including history, in this informative interview, discussing parts such as france dumping nuclear waste into the english channel, which flows into the ocean. Nuclear Waste on Indigenous Langs – Evon Peter An interview with Evon Peter discussing environmental racism and the dumping of nuclear waste on indigenous reservations in Alaska. Uranium Exploration: Mistissini Says "No" and Calls for a Moratorium The Chief of Cree Nation of Mistissini takes a stand against the question of uranium mining and dumping in Eeyou Istchee. Aboriginal people across Australia will fight radioactive waste transport and dumping Aborigines from across Australia band together to stop the dumping of nuclear waste, specifically to deter a dump site 120km north of tennant creek. The horrific hazards of spent nuclear fuel: Helen Caldicott & Robert Alvarez radiotalk An interview and open discussion on the risks of nuclear energy with Robert Alvarez. 5 Press and hold ctrl and click any of the underlined text to open it’s link Transportation of Nuclear Materials Yucca Mountain: Concerns over transporting nuclear waste A video covering potential disasters with transporting nuclear waste, specifically covering Nevada’s Yucca Mountain. Nuclear Derailment SNF Transportation report Halstead Testimony (prior to testing of casks) Scenarios of exposure have been collected by Robert J. Halstead ..if you have any routes known to you, it would be best to read his report. having worked in the nuclear field exposure rates were a big concern..in this age everyone should be aware of normal and abnormal handling of spent fuel... Packaging and Transport of Nuclear Materials An in-depth overview on the regulation and packaging of nuclear substances in Canada. Nuclear Energy and its role in Climate Change Nuclear Energy As A Direct Cause Of Global Warming. Climate Change, Acid Rain, Acid Oceans, Extreme Weather, And Super Storms; Nuclear Plants Emit 1 Billion Pounds Nitric Acid Every Year. Diving into the direct effects that the Nuclear Energy Industry has on global warming. Is Nuclear Power “Green” Dr. Conrad Milller talks about green alternatives to nuclear energy and why they’re a better choices than nuclear power. Nuclear power makes climate change worse Amory Lovins, author of many pro-green energy books, talks about the harmful effects of nuclear energy on climate change. How to Power the World without Fossil Fuels Mark Jacobson says he can run the planet solely on wind, water and solar energy. First stop: New York State This glass sphere might revolutionize solar power on Earth German architect André Broessel, says his spherical solution can power the world. 6 Press and hold ctrl and click any of the underlined text to open it’s link The Fight Against Nuclear Energy in Canada Expert pans OPG’s environmental impact statement An expert discusse the environmental impact statement proposed by Ontario Power Generation when they wanted to nuclear waste near lake huron. Mount Moriah Mount Moriah of Ontario was once a beautiful landmark, now it’s simply a conservation preserve. This article discusses the history of mount moriah and the Canadian Governments choices of dumping nuclear waste. Toshiba creating nuclear reactor for mining Canada Tar Sands Title says it all. Check it out if you’re interested in hearing about this event which is being called the Fukushima of Canada. Keep B.C. Nuclear Free A history of the uranium mining industry within B.C. Canadian Agreements and Legislature An analysis of Northern Resource Transfer Agreement High-Level Radioactive Wastes in Canada - The Plutonium Agenda A history of plutonium in canada. Canada Busted Covering Up Spikes in Fukushima Radiation The Canadian goventment has been covering up the Fukushima crisis by underplaying the radiation levels and cutting back on efforts to monitor it. University of Saskatchewan The University may be becoming increasingly corporateized, with large donations and from Cameco and Saskatchewan Party Governmnet 7 Press and hold ctrl and click any of the underlined text to open it’s link Fukushima System of Disposable Laborers “Almost 90% of workers in Japan's nuclear power industry are subcontracted. Poorly trained, they often are assigned hazardous duties. Tokaimura accident triggers intensified scrutiny.” Japan's 'nuclear gypsies' face radioactive peril at power plants These uncontracted workers of Fukushima’s underbelly account for up to 96% of harmful radiation absorbed by workers across all Japenese power plants. Uncomfortable Questions in the Wake of Nuclear Accidents at Fukushima and Chernobyl 10 Thought provoking, no-nonsense questions discussing the usage of nuclear energy and nuclear waste TEPCO -Workers deaths are not reported An insight to how the families of people who have worked on the fukushima daiichi nuclear plants are treated, focusing on the unreported deaths, and how they dodge paying these families who lose a loved one to the nuclear power industry. List of restricted and banned irradiated food A history of the Japanese governments restrictions and bans on irradiated food Fukushima: A Nuclear War without a War: The Unspoken Crisis of Worldwide Nuclear Radiation Tsunami’s hitting the Fukushima Daiichi plant cause damage, creating highly radioactive water in the Pacific Ocean. Remnants of the Cold War Nuclear Savage This film directs attention to Marshall Island, 1986, and discusses the effects of 1967’s Cold War U.S. bomb tests and how that affects the entire population. Dark Circle 1982 documentary, titled "Dark Circle", on the Colorado Rocky Flats nuclear power plant, workplace regulations (Re: worker safety) were lacking back then. Some of the gloves which are used get holes in them, and some workers have directly breathed in irradiated air. 8 Press and hold ctrl and click any of the underlined text to open it’s link Remnants of the Cold War (Continued) How war debris could cause cancer Two researches dicuss the effects of small bits of radioactive material lodged in the body. Hitlist Documentation of over 100 cases of individuals, organizations and public service institutions that have been muzzled, defunded, shut down or subjected to vilification. Don’t Bank On Bombs A global report on the financing of Nuclear weapons producers 9