NRC proposes updates to Holtec spent fuel storage system
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The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is proposing a change to its list of approved containers used for storing spent nuclear fuel. Specifically, it wants to update the rules for the Holtec International HI-STORM Flood/Wind (FW) system.
Why it matters: This is a technical update that allows nuclear power plant operators more flexibility in how they manage and store spent fuel on-site, potentially reducing the time fuel must sit in cooling pools before being moved to dry storage.
Who it affects
- Nuclear power plant operators using Holtec storage systems
This is a proposed rule from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission; readers should consult the Federal Register before relying on these changes as final.
Agency: Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Source: Federal Register — read the official document