Nukes Skip Emergency Chills for Upgraded ZIRLO Fuel Magic
Published Date: 5/5/2025
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Summary
PSEG Nuclear LLC got the green light to use a new, improved fuel material called Optimized ZIRLO™ at Salem Nuclear Generating Station Units 1 and 2. The NRC granted an exemption from some emergency cooling rules to make this happen, helping the plant run safely and efficiently. This change kicks in right away and supports cleaner, smarter nuclear energy without extra costs.
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