The NRC is authorised under the US Atomic Energy Act to issue licences for commercial power reactors to operate for up to 40 years - a time period which it says was based on economic and antitrust considerations, rather than limitations of nuclear technology. Licences can be renewed for an additional 20 years for an operating lifetime of 60 years in a process that requires applicants to address the technical aspects of plant aging and describe how those effects will be managed, as well as evaluating potential environmental impacts of the plant's continued operation.
Subsequent licence renewals cover a further 20 years of operation beyond 60 years and focus on the management of plant ageing during the year operating period, especially the effects of extended operation and high radiation exposure on reactor parts, concrete containment structures, piping and electrical cables, among other things.
The NRC will renew a licence only if it determines that a currently operating plant will continue to maintain the required level of safety. Almost all of the USA's currently operating nuclear reactors have already renewed or applied to renew their licences for up to 60 years of operation, and US operators are now turning to subsequent licence renewals. The NRC is currently reviewing applications for subsequent licence renewals from Dominion Energy for Surry 1 and 2 and Exelon for Peach Bottom 2 and 3, while Dominion has formally notified the regulator it intends to apply for a subsequent licence renewal for North Anna 1 and 2.
According to the US Department of Energy, some 20 reactors are planning or intending to operate up to 80 years, with more expected to apply in the future as they get closer to the end of their operating licences.
The endangered American crocodile enjoys a favorable habitat in the plant cooling canal system. We protect the crocodile and conduct research by counting crocodile nests annually to record population changes. More than 3, crocodiles have been marked and released, and FPL is committed to continuing protection of the species while encouraging ongoing public education. We are returning nearly 13, acres of wetlands to their natural, historical condition.
We preserve this area to best serve Florida citizens and our own company goals because of the site's ecological value. Turkey Point was recognized with the top industry award for land management and environmental stewardship.
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