The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) issues regulatory guides to describe (to licensees, applicants, and the public) methods that the staff considers acceptable for use in implementing specific parts of the agency's regulations, to explain techniques that the staff...
This page includes links to files in non-HTML format. See Plugins, Viewers, and Other Tools for more information.In February 2001, the Commission issued a staff requirements memorandum (SRM), directing the staff to assess its technical, licensing, and inspection capabilities a...
By issuing an early site permit (ESP), the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) approves one or more sites for a nuclear power facility, independent of an application for a construction permit or combined license. An ESP is valid for 10 to 20 years from the date of issuanc...
The staff of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is tracking the license applications that were submitted and approved. Although several fuel cycle facilities possess approved licenses, the corporations are not currently pursuing construction due to business reasons. ...
(a) Baseline design criteria. Each prospective applicant or licensee shall address the following baseline design criteria in the design of new facilities. Each existing licensee shall address the following baseline design criteria in the design of new processes at existing fac...
Persons who wish to report emergencies or who wish to report violations should follow the procedures listed under Report a Safety or Security Concern. Persons who wish to submit a proposed GI (What is a Generic Issue?) should complete the Form to Propose a Generic Issue (GI). ...
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) conducts its new reactor licensing activities through a combination of regulatory requirements and regulatory guidance. The applicable regulatory requirements are found in Chapter I of Title 10, "Energy," of the Code of Fe...
This page list, in chronological order, the notices, slides and summaries documenting the public meetings held concerning Watts Bar. To learn about future meetings, see our public meeting schedule page.This page includes links to files in non-HTML format. See Plugins, Viewers,...
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Global interest in small modular reactors and advanced reactors continues to grow as many countries look to address climate change, electrification, energy security, and new applications such as process heat. As vendors around the world develop new technologies, many ministrie...
After issuing a combined license (COL) for a new reactor, in accordance with the provisions of Title 10, Part 52, of the Code of Federal Regulations (10 CFR Part 52), the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) implements a stringent construction inspection program (CIP) duri...
By issuing a design certification, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) approves a nuclear power plant design, independent of an application to construct or operate a plant. A design certification is valid for 15 years from the date of issuance, but can be renewed for ...
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On this page:Recent and Upcoming meetings and activitiesInterim Guidance DevelopmentLessons LearnedRecent and Upcoming Meetings and ActivitiesThe NRC consolidated its decommissioning guidance in a three volume NUREG-1757 series, which was originally issued in 2003.&n...
December 20, 1996EA 96-396Mr. Lawrence A. Tanner, President New Britain General Hospital 100 Grand Street New Britain, Connecticut 06050SUBJECT:NOTICE OF VIOLATION(NRC Office of Investigations Report No. 1-96-013)Dear Mr. Tanner:This refers to the investigation conducted by t...
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UNITED STATES
NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D. C. 20555
May 11, 1987
TO ALL POWER REACTOR LICENSEES
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By issuing a combined license (COL), the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) authorizes the licensee to construct and (with specified conditions) operate a nuclear power plant at a specific site, in accordance with established laws and regulations. A COL is valid for 40 y...
Currently, there are five licensees with Combined Licenses (COLs) for 8 new reactor units. Two COLs were issued to Southern Nuclear Operating Company and its financial partners on February 10, 2012, for Vogtle Electric Generating Plant Units 3 and 4. One COL was issued to DTE ...
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Introductory Note and DisclaimerThis summary of operator licensing and human factors topics covers recent public discussions of issues related to licensing new power reactor facilities. The summary also provides information that touches on general-interest topics from recent i...
Printable VersionOn this page:BackgroundPre-Application ReviewDesign Certification ReviewRegulatory Structure for Advanced Reactor LicensingCertified DesignsActive ReviewsPre-Application ReviewsBackgroundThe NRC and more than a dozen new reactor vendors have been discussing se...
For applications that have been received by the NRC, you may select a site name to view the NRC's website for the specific COL application. Websites for new applications will be created when they are received.