October 7, 2024

Nuclear Power

UPDATED PJM: Nukes Keep Energy Costs down, in Theory
Three nuclear plants facing early retirements in Pennsylvania and Ohio would keep consumer costs lower if they stay online, PJM concluded.
UPDATED: Ohio Plan Subs Nuke, Fossil Fuel for Renewables
A plan pending before the Ohio Legislature could divert ratepayer funds away from renewable resources to subsidize nuclear and fossil fuel plants.
Nuclear Subsidies Still on the Table in Pennsylvania
An attempt to save Pennsylvania’s Three Mile Island fell apart, but that doesn’t mean state lawmakers will abandon support for nuclear subsidies altogether.
Exelon to Close Three Mile Island
Exelon announced it will permanently shut down the nearly 45-year-old Three Mile Island nuclear plant in Londonderry Township, Pa., by Sept. 30.
Pa. Lawmaker Contends TMI Rescue Unlikely
The fate of Three Mile Island looks bleaker as Pennsylvania lawmakers wrapped up hearings that considered subsidizing the state’s nuclear fleet.
Senate Nuke Development Bill May Hinge on Waste Issue
A bipartisan Senate bill intended to speed development of advanced nuclear reactors appears to have broad support, but the plants' waste remains an issue.
Pennsylvania Joins US Climate Alliance
Pennsylvania joined the U.S. Climate Alliance after releasing its own action plan to achieve a 26% reduction in statewide greenhouse gas emissions by 2025.
West Wrestles with Resource Adequacy, Grid Reliability
The spring joint meeting of the Committee on Regional Electric Power Cooperation and the Western Interconnection Regional Advisory Body focused on grid reliability and protecting crucial infrastructure.
NJ Approves $300M ZECs for Salem, Hope Creek Nukes
The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities approved zero-emission credits totaling $300 million for the Hope Creek and Salem nuclear plants.
Supreme Court Won’t Hear ZEC Challenges
The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear challenges to Illinois’ and New York’s nuclear subsidies, leaving standing appellate court rulings.

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