The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) approved Dominion Energy Virginia’s application to extend North Anna Power Station’s operating licenses for an additional 20 years.
The power station operates two nuclear reactors in Louisa County, Va., and generates enough carbon-free electricity to power 500,000 homes. Combined, Surry and North Anna generate 40 percent of Virginia’s electricity and account for about 90 percent of the carbon-free power in Virginia.
To ensure North Anna’s longevity, Dominion Energy is conducting numerous upgrades at the station, including replacing the reactors’ main generators and condensers, refurbishing reactor coolant pumps and converting instrument and control systems from analog to digital. The company is also implementing 80 enhancements to station procedures, such as additional inspections and equipment testing.
Courtesy of Dominion Energy.