The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is planning to gather information to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the renewal of licenses for the Point Beach Nuclear Plant in Wisconsin. The NRC is inviting public comments and will hold an online public scoping meeting on February 17, 2021, to discuss environmental issues and the scope of the review. The renewal application seeks to extend the plant's operating licenses by 20 years, with Unit 1's license extending to October 5, 2050, and Unit 2's to March 8, 2053. The public can submit comments through multiple methods, with a preference for electronic submission via the Federal Rulemaking Website.
Simple Explanation
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission wants to keep the Point Beach Nuclear Plant open for 20 more years and is asking people what they think about it. They're having an online meeting for people to share their thoughts, but some people might find it hard to join in if they don’t have the internet.