Latest U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission News

New Jersey's 3 nuclear power plants seek to extend licenses for another 20 years

Apr. 03, 2024 14:34 PM EDT

The company that owns New Jersey's three nuclear power plants said Wednesday it will seek federal approval to operate them for another 20 years. The move comes as New Jersey makes a strong push to become the East Coast leader in offshore wind. But the three power plants run by PSEG...

Biden administration will lend $1.5B to restart Michigan nuclear power plant, a first in the US

Mar. 28, 2024 05:37 AM EDT

The federal government will provide a $1.5 billion loan to restart a nuclear power plant in southwestern Michigan, officials announced Wednesday. Holtec International acquired the 800-megawatt Palisades plant in 2022 with plans to dismantle it. But now the emphasis is on restarting...