Monticello, nuclear energy

Monticello nuclear plant gets federal approval to operate through 2050
The Minnesota-based company's operating license was approved by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) on Monday. The approval allows the plant to operate through at least 2050, according to Xcel Energy, as long as it is also approved by state regulators.
Federal regulators allow Xcel to keep operating Monticello nuclear plant through 2050
The federal government has given Xcel Energy permission to continue operating its nuclear power plant in Monticello for another two decades. On Monday, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
GOP states sue over regulation of small nuclear reactors by federal government
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has been accused in a new lawsuit of hindering the nuclear energy industry, particularly smaller reactors, by imposing extensive time and cost licensing requirements.
Feds clear Monticello nuclear plant to operate through 2050
The Monticello nuclear power plant gained federal clearance to operate through 2050 — pending approval from state regulators — extending the life of one of two such facilities in Minnesota.
Xcel approved to extend Monticello nuclear plant’s license until 2050
Xcel Energy has secured a 20-year license extension from the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) for its Monticello Nuclear Generating Plant, with the extended operation now awaiting approval from state regulators.
Monticello Nuclear Plant Gets Federal Approval Through 2050
The U-S Nuclear Regulatory Commission is extending the operating license of the Monticello Nuclear Generating Plant for an additional 20 years.
Xcel looks to extend operations at Monticello plant through 2050
Xcel Energy announced it's looking to stay in Monticello through 2050. The Minnesota energy company's news comes as it looks to be carbon free.
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