California Regulators Grant Diablo Canyon Nuclear Plant 5-Year Extension

Published on December 21, 2023

In two recent decisions, state and federal energy regulators have approved a plan by Pacific Gas and Electric to continue running California’s last working nuclear power plant beyond 2025—which will boost energy supplies for the state as it transitions to renewable energy. The federal Nuclear Regulatory Commission elected to review PG&E’s license renewal application Dec. 19, allowing the utility to continue operating Diablo Canyon’s two remaining reactors, which would have expired in 2024 and 2025. The decision allows the commission time to evaluate the utility’s application, which typically takes about 22 months, according to PG&E. If granted, the renewal would authorize the plant to continue operating for up to 20 years, according to PG&E....

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