Has anyone heard of Thorium?

[Kermit]

Below, is quite possibly the best, most jammed packed explanation of not only how nuclear energy is derived, but also a thorough explanation of Thorium-based reactions, the tragic reasons why it was buried by Uranium-based fission, as well as a complete explanation of how liquid fluoride Thorium reactors could in fact be the magical silver bullet that will enable a sustainable version of our highly industrialised Society!

http://environauts.wordpress.com/2010/02/25/thorium/

[greengiant]

Interesting stuff. Wish I had paid more attention to the Periodic Table lessons in science class! :)