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The article considers the use of atomic energy as source of electric power for industries in the U.S. It is suggested that measures should be implemented to bring the electric utility industry into closer contact with the field of atomic energy. The need for a fuller interchange of ideas and information between the utility industry and the government's atomic development program to promote further technological expansion is emphasized.

The article provides news briefs about the politics and government conditions of the United States current for June 15, 1948. There are new efforts by congress to strengthen existing anti-trust legislation, government officials expect improvement in eliminating a power shortage, and the Federal Reserve has presented new statistics about consumer finances.

The article presents a comparison on the profitability of engineering firms Combustion Engineering Inc. (CE) and Babcock & Wilcox. Topics discussed include the expected sales and profits of Arthur J. Santry Jr.'s CE in 1965, response by Santry to the myth that Babcock is ahead in the business of making boilers for electric utility plants and smart diversification on the part of Babcock. Also mentioned is the diversification of CE into construction.

The article discusses the growth of electric utility companies in the United States as of May 1953, focusing on increase in customer numbers, regulation by the U.S. Public Utility Commission, and fears of recession.