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The NRC extended Illinois nuclear plants' licenses by 20 years, ensuring continued clean energy and thousands of jobs.
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission has extended the operating licenses for Illinois’ Clinton and Dresden nuclear plants by 20 years, ensuring the Clinton Clean Energy Center will remain open past 2026.
The decision, supported by a 20-year power purchase agreement with Meta, helps sustain the plant’s economic viability after state zero-emission credits end in 2027.
Constellation, the plant’s owner, has invested over $370 million in upgrades and plans more than $3 billion in Illinois nuclear investments.
The extension is expected to generate $3.3 billion in economic impact across seven counties and support about 6,000 direct and 500 indirect jobs.
Local leaders and unions have praised the move for preserving jobs and clean energy output.
El NRC extendió las licencias de las plantas nucleares de Illinois por 20 años, asegurando la continua energía limpia y miles de empleos.