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NRC Proposes Improvements To Reactor Vessel Specifications

The proposal would increase the realism of calculations used to examine a PWR's susceptibility to a phenomenon known as pressurized thermal shock (PTS) - Source NRC - The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is proposing improvements to its rules regarding how pressurized water reactors (PWR) account for...

Posted to Nuclear Power Industry News (Weblog) by steveheiser on 03-19-2010
Entergy’s Louisiana Utilities Seek Permission To Preserve Option For New Nuclear Power Plants

The filing was made under the New Nuclear Incentive Rule established by the Louisiana Public Service Commission in 2007 to provide the LPSC regulatory oversight of new nuclear plant construction in the state - By April Murelio - Entergy Louisiana, LLC and Entergy Gulf States Louisiana, L.L.C. has submitted...

Posted to Nuclear Power Industry News (Weblog) by steveheiser on 03-18-2010
Jaczko: “A Firm Foundation, A Strong Regulatory Future”

“A Firm Foundation, A Strong Regulatory Future” - Prepared Remarks for The Honorable Gregory B. Jaczko, Chairman, U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, at the NRC Regulatory Information Conference - Source NRC - Good morning. I am pleased to address the 22nd Annual Regulatory Information Conference...

Posted to Nuclear Power Industry News (Weblog) by steveheiser on 03-18-2010
NRC Will Discuss 2009 Performance Assessment For Grand Gulf Nuclear Plant March 23

“The NRC continually reviews the safety performance of Grand Gulf and each of the nation’s commercial nuclear power plants,” said Region IV Administrator Elmo E. Collins. “The meeting provides an opportunity for us to discuss our annual assessment of safety performance with the...

Posted to Nuclear Power Industry News (Weblog) by steveheiser on 03-17-2010
Locus And Overhoff Offer Real-Time Tritium Monitoring And Compliance Solutions To Nuclear Power Plants

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), which oversees the inspection and licensing of nuclear facilities, says roughly 30 of the nation's 104 reactor units have experienced Tritium leaks. According to the NRC, none of the leaks have impacted public health or safety but, the unmonitored and...

Posted to Nuclear Power Industry News (Weblog) by steveheiser on 03-16-2010
NRC Proposes Amending Licensing, Inspection, And Annual Fees Rule

The agency is required by Congress to recover for the U.S. Treasury most of its annual appropriated budget through two types of fees. One is for specific NRC services, such as licensing and inspection activities, that apply to a specific license; the other is an annual fee for generic regulatory expenses...

Posted to Nuclear Power Industry News (Weblog) by steveheiser on 03-16-2010
NRC Denies NEI Petition Seeking Extended Deadline For Security Enhancements

The NRC staff reviewed the petition and the Commission voted to deny it based on several reasons, including the lack of time before the compliance date for the staff to collect and analyze the necessary data and to complete an adequate notice and comment for rulemaking - Source NRC - The U.S. Nuclear...

Posted to Nuclear Power Industry News (Weblog) by steveheiser on 03-15-2010
NRC Chairman Jaczko Says Substantial Work Ahead For Commission In 2010

We must provide a steady hand – to continue doing what we’ve always done well, and to prepare for new and emerging challenges - Source NRC - Nuclear Regulatory Commission Chairman Gregory B. Jaczko said Tuesday the agency must “provide a steady hand” in managing existing programs...

Posted to Nuclear Power Industry News (Weblog) by steveheiser on 03-12-2010
Uranium Resources Announces Tenth Circuit Upholds NRC Licensing Of Churchrock And Crownpoint Projects

Nuclear Regulatory Commission License allows for initial uranium production of up to 1 million pounds annually - Edited by Chris Smith - Uranium Resources Inc. (URI) a uranium exploration, development and production company, announced today that the United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit...

Posted to Nuclear Power Industry News (Weblog) by steveheiser on 03-11-2010
NRC Commissioner Dale Klein: “Risk Management and Security”

“Risk Management and Security” Prepared Remarks for NRC Commissioner Dale Klein, Raleigh Grand Challenge Summit 2010 North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina - Source NRC - Thank you, and good morning, everyone. I am pleased to have the opportunity to participate in the 2010...

Posted to Nuclear Power Industry News (Weblog) by steveheiser on 03-11-2010

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