⚡Environmental Assessment for Palisades Nuclear Plant Resumption
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), as the lead agency, and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Loan Programs Office (LPO), as a cooperating agency, are issuing an environmental assessment (EA) and finding of no significant impact (FONSI) evaluating the environmental impacts from proposed Federal actions related to reauthorizing power operations at the Palisades Nuclear Plant (Palisades). Specifically, the NRC is considering an exemption request, a license transfer request, and license amendment requests (LARs) that, if approved, would collectively support reauthorizing power operations, and refueling of the reactor under the existing Palisades Renewed Facility Operating License (RFOL) No. DPR-20. DOE LPO's proposed action is to provide Federal financial support (a loan guarantee) to support refueling and resumption of power generation activities at Palisades.
Learn More⚡NRC Notice on Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant License Renewal
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is issuing for public comment Draft Supplement 21, Second Renewal, to the Generic Environmental Impact Statement (GEIS) for License Renewal of Nuclear Plants, NUREG-1437, regarding the proposed subsequent license renewal (SLR) of Renewed Facility Operating License Nos. DPR-33, DPR-52, and DPR-68, for an additional 20 years of operation for Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, Units 1, 2, and 3 (Browns Ferry). Browns Ferry is located on the north shore of Wheeler Reservoir at Tennessee River Mile 294, approximately 10 miles northwest of Decatur, Alabama, and 10 miles southwest of Athens, Alabama. Possible alternatives to the proposed action of SLR include no action and reasonable replacement power alternatives.
Learn More🌍EPA Notice
The Environmental Protection Agency announces the availability of several Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) for public comment, outlining significant projects including license renewals for nuclear power plants and infrastructure developments. The notice provides deadlines for comments and relevant agency contacts, reinforcing the EPA’s commitment to transparency in assessing environmental impacts.
Learn More⚡NRC Draft Environmental Impact Statement for Dresden Nuclear Power Plant
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is issuing for public comment Draft Supplement 17, Second Renewal, to the Generic Environmental Impact Statement (GEIS) for License Renewal of Nuclear Plants, NUREG-1437, regarding the proposed subsequent license renewal (SLR) of Renewed Facility Operating License Nos. DPR-19 and DPR-25, which authorize Constellation Energy Generation, LLC to operate Dresden Nuclear Power Station, Units 2 and 3 (Dresden). Dresden is located 23 miles (mi) southwest of Joliet, Illinois, and 60 mi southwest of Chicago, Illinois, along the Illinois, Des Plaines, and Kankakee Rivers. Possible alternatives to the proposed action of SLR include no action and reasonable replacement power alternatives.
Learn More⚛️Executive Order 14299 on Advanced Nuclear Technologies in Business
Executive Order 14299 focuses on enhancing national security through the deployment of advanced nuclear reactor technologies. It outlines the U.S. government's commitment to developing, demonstrating, and exporting nuclear technologies, aiming to ensure reliable energy for military and critical infrastructure while fostering private sector collaboration in the nuclear industry.
Learn More⚛️Executive Order 14302
Executive Order 14302 focuses on revitalizing America's nuclear industrial base to enhance energy independence, security, and global competitiveness. The order emphasizes regulatory reforms, workforce development, and strategic funding initiatives, aiming to increase domestic nuclear energy production and associated supply chains. This aims to secure affordable and reliable energy for the nation.
Learn More⚡Executive Order 14300
Executive Order 14300 focuses on reforming the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to enhance U.S. leadership in nuclear energy. It emphasizes the need for increased deployment of advanced reactor technologies and aims to streamline licensing processes to promote innovation and economic growth in the nuclear sector. The order seeks to balance safety with the benefits of nuclear energy for national security and economic stability.
Learn More⚛️NRC Notice on Long Mott Energy Construction Permit Application
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is providing public notice each week for four consecutive weeks of receipt and availability of an application from Long Mott Energy, LLC. for a construction permit for a four-unit reactor facility. The application for the construction permit was received on March 31, 2025.
Learn More⚛️NRC Invites Comments for Duke Energy's Environmental Impact Statement
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) will conduct a scoping process to gather information necessary to prepare a supplemental environmental impact statement (SEIS) to evaluate the environmental impacts for the subsequent renewal of the renewed facility operating license for H.B. Robinson Steam Electric Plant, Unit No. 2 (RNP). The NRC is seeking public comment on this action.
Learn More⚛️Licensing Requirements for Spent Nuclear Fuel Storage
This regulatory update involves the Nuclear Regulatory Commission's licensing requirements for the independent storage of spent nuclear fuel and high-level radioactive waste. It includes a correction to a previous code, ensuring that businesses comply with current safety and operational standards in nuclear waste management.
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