NRC seeks public comment on renewal of nuclear power plant operating licenses

U.S. commercial nuclear power reactors are initially licensed for 40 years of operation, and the licenses can be renewed for periods of 20 years. … Continue Reading http://www.pennenergy.com/articles/pennenergy/2015/12/nrc-seeks-public-comment-on-draft-guidance-for-subsequent-renewal-of-nuclear-power-plant-operating-licenses.html?cmpid=EnlWeeklyPowerDecember182015&eid=288118515&bid=1260272