ML24058A005

Comment (5) of Tony Brown on Behalf of Nuclear Energy Institute (NEI) on Notice of Intent to Conduct Scoping Process and Prepare Environmental Impact Statement; Pacific Gas and Electric Company; Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant, Units 1 an

ML24058A005
Person / Time
Site:	Diablo Canyon, Nuclear Energy Institute
Issue date:	02/23/2024
From:	Tony Brown Nuclear Energy Institute
To:	Office of Administration
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NRC-2023-0192, 89FR4631 00005
Download: ML24058A005 (1)

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2/26/24, 1:56 PM blob:https://www.fdms.gov/d453deea-c3ad-4216-a2b5-abf32026b2fb blob:https://www.fdms.gov/d453deea-c3ad-4216-a2b5-abf32026b2fb 1/1 PUBLIC SUBMISSION As of: 2/26/24, 1:56 PM Received: February 23, 2024 Status: Pending_Post Tracking No. lsz-1ssi-piil Comments Due: February 23, 2024 Submission Type: Web Docket: NRC-2023-0192 Pacific Gas and Electric Company; Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant, Units 1 and 2 Comment On: NRC-2023-0192-0003 Notice of Intent To Conduct Scoping Process and Prepare Environmental Impact Statement; Pacific Gas and Electric Company; Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant, Units 1 and 2 Document: NRC-2023-0192-DRAFT-0005 Comment on FR Doc # 2024-01355 Submitter Information Email:atb@nei.org Organization:Nuclear Energy Institute General Comment See attached file(s)

Attachments 02-23-24_NRC_Industry Comments on Diablo Canyon Environmental Scoping SUNSI Review Complete Template=ADM-013 E-RIDS=ADM-03 ADD: Kim Conway, Antoinette Walker-Smith, Mary Neely Comment (5)

Publication Date:1/24/2024 Citation: 89 FR 4631

Tony Brown Technical Advisor, Regulatory Affairs Phone: 202.739.8087 Email: mab@nei.org February 23, 2024 Office of Administration Mail Stop: TWFN-7-A60M U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Washington, DC 20555-0001

Subject:

NEI Comments Regarding the Scope of the Environmental Review for the Diablo Canyon Power Plant License Renewal Application [Docket ID: NRC-2023-0192]

Submitted via Regulations.gov Project Number: 689 The Nuclear Energy Institute (NEI)1 appreciates the opportunity to provide comments as part of the scoping process for the NRCs environmental review of Pacific Gas & Electrics (PG&Es) license renewal application for Diablo Canyon Power Plant (DCPP). We support the NRCs efforts to meet its obligations under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) to consider any potentially significant environmental impacts of proposed licensing actions and inform the public about the agencys environmental decision making. We also look forward to future opportunities for public participation in the NRCs NEPA review process for this project, including the NRCs development of its draft environmental impact statement.

As the NRC conducts its scoping process, we urge consideration of the widely recognized environmental benefits of nuclear energy. The NRCs review should also include recognition of the positive economic impact of renewing the DCPP license and its decades of safe, reliable operation. DCPP provides jobs to nearly 1,300 employees, contributes significantly to the local economy, and has a relatively small geographic footprint that lessens land use impacts. Its continued operation will ensure that residents receive affordable and reliable clean energy.

As our largest source of carbon-free energy, nuclear power is critical to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. As noted by the California Energy Commission, DCPP supplies about 17 percent of Californias zero-carbon electricity and 9 percent of total electricity. An extension allows the state to rely less on 1 The Nuclear Energy Institute (NEI) is responsible for establishing unified policy on behalf of its members relating to matters affecting the nuclear energy industry, including the regulatory aspects of generic operational and technical issues. NEIs members include entities licensed to operate commercial nuclear power plants in the United States, nuclear plant designers, major architect and engineering firms, fuel cycle facilities, nuclear materials licensees, and other organizations involved in the nuclear energy industry.

Office of Administration February 23, 2024 Page 2 Nuclear Energy Institute natural gas and more on clean resources for the electricity grid.2 Thus, the continued operation of DCPP is necessary to meet state and federal climate goals.

In summary, DCPP provides significant economic benefits to the local community, supports the states carbon-reduction goals, and is necessary in meeting national priorities. It is far too valuable to be retired.

If you have questions concerning this letter, please contact me at mab@nei.org or 202.739.8087.

Sincerely, Tony Brown Technical Advisor, Regulatory Affairs c:

Christopher M. Regan, NRC/NMSS/REFS 2 https://www.energy.ca.gov/news/2023-02/cec-determines-diablo-canyon-power-plant-needed-support-grid-reliability