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The U.S. government has announced a new policy framework for civil nuclear cooperation with China, citing concerns over Chinese diversion of sensitive technologies to military and other unauthorized uses. The policy imposes significant new restrictions on U.S. exports of commercial nuclear technology, equipment and material to China. The policy establishes a presumption of denial for multiple categories of export applications, including nonlight water advanced reactor and light water small reactor technology (SMR).

Dominion Energy’s twin-reactor Surry Power Station will continue to provide carbon-free electricity to more than 400,000 homes in Virginia through the middle of the century, once the company’s application for a second renewed 20-year operating license is approved by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).

Google recognizes nuclear energy for it's carbon-free attributes and is pushing for zero-carbon 24/7 clean energy.

Testifying before New Jersey’s Board of Public Utilities that is considering how best to implement the new zero-emission credit law, NEI President and Chief Executive Officer Maria Korsnick congratulated New Jersey for being in a “vanguard of states” that have recognized the vital role that nuclear energy plays in a clean energy future.

In the wake of Hurricane Michael, nuclear power plant operators in the affected region continue working hard to keep their communities safe and powered. As the hurricane passed through Florida, Alabama and Georgia, operators implemented their well-rehearsed emergency response plans.

NEI's members are working hard to keep their communities safe and powered in the wake of Hurricane Michael.

The nation’s nuclear energy industry strongly benefits U.S. national security, energy security and international trade, a gathering of current and retired admirals of the U.S. Navy affirmed this week. Speaking at a symposium at the Center for Strategic and International Studies on Oct. 2, former Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Adm. James Winnefeld Jr. said the nuclear navy relies on the industrial capabilities of the commercial nuclear industry.