US NRC extends operating licenses for Georgia's Plant Hatch nuclear reactors through 2054 and 2058.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission has approved a 20-year license extension for Georgia Power's Edwin I. Hatch Nuclear Plant, allowing Unit 1 to operate through 2054 and Unit 2 through 2058. Originally licensed in the 1970s, this extension permits up to 80 years of operation per reactor, supporting Georgia's growing electricity demand. The plant contributes significantly to clean energy production and local economic vitality, with ongoing investments in safety and community programs. This approval follows a thorough safety and environmental review confirming the plant's compliance with federal standards.