28 Aug 2025
⚛️NRC Grants Entergy Exemption for Permit Renewal Timelines
Entergy Operations, Inc.; Grand Gulf Early Site Permit
Summary
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has issued an exemption in response to a May 2, 2025, request from Entergy Operations, Inc., to allow the submittal of a renewal application for ESP-002 no later than 45 days prior to the expiration of the existing permit and still place the permit in timely renewal under NRC regulations.
Agencies
- Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Business Impact
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The NRC's exemption allows Entergy to submit its permit renewal application later than previously required, which enables better management of business operations and regulatory compliance timelines, impacting operational planning and potential costs.