NRC Greenlights 20 More Years for Florida's St. Lucie Nukes
Published Date: 3/20/2026
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Summary
Florida Power & Light wants to keep running its St. Lucie nuclear plant in Florida for 20 more years. The Nuclear Regulatory Commission checked the environmental impact and gave the green light, making sure the plant stays safe and clean. This means local communities can expect steady power without big changes or extra costs for now.
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EIS Preserves 20‑Year Renewal Option
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission published a final environmental impact statement on March 13, 2026, evaluating a proposed subsequent license renewal that would allow St. Lucie Plant Units 1 and 2 to operate for an additional 20 years. The NRC staff determined that the adverse environmental impacts of this 20‑year subsequent license renewal are "not so great" as to make preserving the option of renewal unreasonable.
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