Duane Arnold nuclear plant decommissioning early after damage from the derecho | KGAN

Duane Arnold nuclear plant decommissioning early after damage from the derecho | KGAN: The Duane Arnold Energy Center is beginning their decommissioning process after the August 10th derecho. The energy center is the only nuclear power plant in Iowa. It was set to be decommissioned at the end of October, but will be closing due to the damage. This is a statement from NextEra Energy Resources:"After conducting a complete assessment of the damage caused by recent severe weather, NextEra Energy Resources has made the decision not to restart the reactor at Duane Arnold Energy Center.