The US Nuclear Regulatory Commission has accepted for review an application from Duke Energy Carolinas requesting an additional 20 years for the operating licences of Units 1, 2 and 3 at the Oconee nuclear power station in South Carolina.
The renewals, if they are granted, would allow the units to operate for 80 years.
The renewals, if they are granted, would allow the units to operate for 80 years.
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