The Nuclear Option Governor Janet Mills of Maine is considering building a nuclear power plant to help transition the state away from fossil fuels. Westinghouse Electric has approached Gov. Mills with plans for a 5,000MW reactor, which would be the largest in the US. Westinghouse filed for bankruptcy in 2017 due to competition from domestic natural gas and renewables such as solar and wind, but the market fluctuates annually. Westinghouse sees this business opportunity as a chance to rebound in the market. With Maine’s growing population, it is assumed that electricity consumption will increase, and Gov. Mills expects upcoming legislation will help to make electric vehicles more attractive, which will shift current oil (gasoline) consumption to an increased demand for electricity. Furthermore, excess electricity can be exported to other states or to Canada. In 2019, Maine consumed the following electricity mix: 53% non-hydro renewables (such as bioenergy, solar, and wind), 36% hydro, 10% natural gas, 0.8% coal, and 0.2% oil. A plant of this size would help to reduce the dependence on natural gas, coal, and oil. The plant is expected to be sited near Jonesboro. The appeal of “emissions-free” energy is alluring, but the recent market history and previous accidents also weigh heavily on the governor’s mind. It would provide hundreds of jobs. It could be expected to operate for at least 40 years. While a significant quantity of water is needed to cool the reactors, the coastal location gives access to an abundant supply. However, nuclear waste is also an issue for future generations. With pros and cons on either side and with a large population dependent on her decision, should Gov. Mills allow the building of the nuclear power plant to proceed? This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeEstablishing a Golden Mean Spectrum Explains what an intermediate amount of the single targeted action entails in this case. Explains what a deficient amount of the single targeted action entails in this case. Explains what an excessive amount of the single targeted action entails in this case. Provides reasoning to support why the designated intermediate amount of the single targeted action is virtuous by describing the type of character it reflects if done habitually. Provides reasoning to support why the designated deficient amount of the single targeted action is vicious by describing the type of character it reflects if done habitually. Provides reasoning to support why the designated excessive amount of the single targeted action is vicious by describing the type of character it reflects if done habitually. Uses keywords that identify the argument as one based on virtue ethics: virtue, vice, habit, character, flourishing, role model, excellence?