Oyster Creek’s License Termination Plan Approved by the USNRC; Oyster Creek Project Planned to Featu

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Oyster Creek's License Termination Plan Approved by the USNRC; Oyster Creek Project Planned to Feature Four SMR-300 Units

https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2026/07/30/3336016/0/en/oyster-creek-s-license-termination-plan-approved-by-the-usnrc-oyster-creek-project-planned-to-feature-four-smr-300-units.html

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The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission has approved the License Termination Plan for the Oyster Creek Generating Station. This regulatory milestone allows Holtec International to proceed with the final phase of decommissioning and site restoration. The site is now slated for the potential deployment of four SMR-300 small modular reactor units.

This transition marks a shift from the legacy of the 619 MWe plant, which operated from 1969 until its 2018 shutdown, toward new nuclear infrastructure. The proposed 1,360 MWe project reflects a broader industry trend of repurposing existing nuclear sites for advanced reactor technology to leverage established grid connections and local community support.

CAMDEN, N.J., July 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Holtec International today announced that the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission's (USNRC) has approved...

July 30, 2026 08:00 ET | Source: Holtec International Holtec International

Oyster Creek Generating Station in Lacey Township NJ before dismantling

"We believe the NRC's approval is a testament to the quality of our technical work, the strength of our regulatory engagement, and our culture of safety and accountability throughout the decommissioning process," said Oyster Creek Site Vice President Jeff Dostal. "The approved LTP provides the roadmap for the final phase of decommissioning and site restoration. We will continue to execute the remaining work with the same discipline, professionalism, and focus on safety that have guided the...

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