An important source of conflict surrounding nuclear energy is that with a very small probability, a large-scale nuclear accident may occur. One way to internalize the associated financial risks is through mandating nuclear operators to have liability insurance. This paper presents estimates of...

This paper examines the spatial dimension of marginal willingness to pay (MWP) for reduction of nuclear risks through increased insurance coverage. The effect of distance from a nuclear power plant on individuals' MWP is ambiguous. MWP is expected to decrease with distance because the risk of...

1. How much internalization of nuclear risk through liability insurance?; 2. Spatial effects in willingness-to-pay: the case of nuclear risks; 3. Switching costs, firm size, and market structure; 4. Can conglomerates ease credit constraints?