ML26056A282
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| Site: | Browns Ferry  |
| Issue date: | 12/12/2025 |
| From: | Office of Public Affairs |
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The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission was created as an expert, technical agency to protect public health, safety, and security, and regulate the civilian use of nuclear materials, including enabling the deployment of nuclear power for the benefit of society. Among other responsibilities, the agency issues licenses, conducts inspections, initiates and enforces regulations, and plans for incident response. The global gold standard for nuclear regulation, the NRC is collaborating with interagency partners to implement reforms outlined in new Executive Orders and the ADVANCE Act to streamline agency activities and enhance efficiency.
No: 25-065 December 12, 2025 CONTACT: Maureen Conley, 301-415-8200 NRC Renews Browns Ferry Operating License The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has renewed for a second time the operating licenses of Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant Units 1, 2 and 3 for an additional 20 years, bringing to 10 the number of reactor licenses renewed this year.
Browns Ferrys three boiling-water reactors are located in Athens, Alabama. Their renewed facility operating licenses will expire in December 2053 for Unit 1, June 2054 for Unit 2, and July 2056 for Unit 3.
This is a strong example of how independent oversight and effective collaboration can deliver results that support our energy future, said Jeremy Groom, Acting Director of the NRCs Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation. The NRC confirmed that Browns Ferrys reactors can safely operate for up to 80 years, and TVAs responsiveness helped us complete our rigorous review nearly 3 months ahead of schedule.
The NRCs review of the Tennessee Valley Authority subsequent license renewal application requesting authorization to operate from 60 to 80 years proceeded on two parallel tracks. The NRC issued a safety evaluation in July 2025, and a final supplemental environmental impact statement in August 2025. These documents, as well as other information regarding the Browns Ferry subsequent license renewal application, are available on the NRC website.
Additional information about the license renewal process can also be found on the NRCs website.
Previously in 2025, the NRC renewed operating licenses for Oconee Units 1, 2 and 3; V.C. Summer Unit 1; Point Beach Units 1 and 2; and Perry Unit 1.
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