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NRC Rapidly Renews Hatch Nuclear Plant Licenses, Securing 20 More Years of Power

12 Jun 2026 9:00 a.m. · Source: U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)

The NRC has renewed the Edwin I. Hatch Nuclear Plant's licenses in under 12 months, adding 20 years of carbon-free electricity. This marks a milestone for efficient regulatory oversight, preserving 1.8 gigawatts on the grid.

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