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Authorization under 10 CFR Part 50, for which review under the National Environmental Policy Act is required, covers construction of a new nuclear power plant under the Atomic Energy Act. A construction permit does not allow operation but, the applicant may apply to the NRC for an operating license.
Authorization under 10 CFR Part 52, for which review under the National Environmental Policy Act is required, allows construction and operation of a new nuclear power plant under the Atomic Energy Act.
Provides guidance to applicants/licensees on implementation of the NRC’s regulatory requirements related to Environmental Reports (ER).
Provides the basic framework for meeting NRC’s responsibility to comply with 10 CFR Part 51.
Documents the environmental impacts associated with license termination.
Documents the environmental impacts associated with in-situ leach uranium milling.
Documents the environmental impacts associated with continued storage of spent nuclear fuel.
Documents the environmental impacts associated with reactor decommissioning.
Documents the environmental impacts associated with reactor license renewals.
Provides guidance to NRC staff on the conduct of the NEPA/environmental review. The document is publicly available to also inform and assist applicants with development of their license/permit applications.