Comanche Peak Nuclear Power Plant Units 1 and 2 – License Renewal Application

On this page:

• Application Information
• License Renewal Review Schedule
• Safety Evaluation
• Environmental Impact Statement
• Public Involvement
• Project Managers for Comanche Peak, Units 1 & 2

Application Information:

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• Comanche Peak Units 1 and 2 – License Renewal Application

Note: The Comanche Peak license renewal application is contained in ADAMS Package ML22276A082.

License Renewal Review Schedule

These schedules reflect work plans that are subject to change. Early completion of a milestone may affect the target date of future milestones. Subsequent meetings and comment periods may change based on the revised schedule. This work plan will be updated on a periodic basis. Please see the NRC Public Meetings Page or contact the below listed PM for the latest information on meetings and status.

*Schedule change letter 09/21/2023
*Schedule change letter 11/30/2023

Safety Evaluation

The NRC staff reviewed the Comanche Peak Nuclear Power Plant, Units 1 and 2, license renewal application for compliance with the requirements of Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 54, "Requirements for Renewal of Operating Licenses for Nuclear Power Plants" and prepared a safety evaluation to document its findings. The "Safety Evaluation Related to the License Renewal of Comanche Peak Nuclear Power Plant, Units 1 and 2" was issued on March 18, 2024.

Environmental Impact Statement

NUREG-1437, "Generic Environmental Impact Statement for License Renewal of Nuclear Plants Regarding Comanche Peak Nuclear Power Plant, Units 1 and 2" (NUREG-1437, Supplement 60, Draft Report) was published in October 2023 (88 FR 75629, 88 FR 78068, and 88 FR 77308). This supplement documents the NRC staff's review of the environmental issues at Comanche Peak Nuclear Power Plant (CPNPP) regarding the Vistra Operations Company, LLC application for license renewal of that facility. The supplement was prepared in accordance with 10 CFR 51.71. This supplemental environmental impact statement includes the NRC staff's analysis that considers and weighs the environmental effects of the proposed action (license renewal), the environmental impacts of alternatives to the proposed action, and potential mitigative measures for reducing or avoiding adverse impacts. It also includes the NRC staff's preliminary recommendation regarding the proposed action.

NUREG-1437, "Generic Environmental Impact Statement for License Renewal of Nuclear Plants Regarding Comanche Peak Nuclear Power Plant, Units 1 and 2" (NUREG-1437, Supplement 60, Final Report) was published on April 26, 2024. This supplement documents the NRC staff's review of the environmental issues at Comanche Peak Nuclear Power Plant (CPNPP) regarding the Vistra Operations Company, LLC application for license renewal of that facility. The supplement was prepared in accordance with 10 CFR 51. This supplemental environmental impact statement includes the NRC staff's analysis that considers and weighs the environmental effects of the proposed action (license renewal), the environmental impacts of alternatives to the proposed action, and potential mitigative measures for reducing or avoiding adverse impacts. It also includes the NRC staff's recommendation regarding the proposed action.
 

Public Involvement

The public is encouraged to participate in the reactor license renewal process through public meetings, and public comment periods on rules, renewal guidance, and other documents. The Reactor License Renewal Public Involvement page provides general information to help the public participate.

Project Managers for Comanche Peak, Units 1 & 2