02.19.2026
NRC Accepts Holtec’s Construction Permit Application LWA and Comprehensive ER (Part 1) for Pioneer Units 1 & 2
February 2026 — Holtec International has reached an exciting milestone in its effort to bring two new SMR‑300 small modular reactors — Pioneer Units 1 and 2 — to the Palisades Energy Center in Covert, Michigan. The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has officially accepted Holtec’s initial submittal, which includes the Limited Work Authorization (LWA) […]
02.10.2026
License Renewal Task Force is Steady Through the Storm
When the snow shows up to the License Renewal Task Force (LRTF) meeting before we do, you adapt — and that’s exactly what this group did. Despite the winter weather in Charlotte, ENERCON’s License Renewal team didn’t miss a beat. The meeting was filled with strong industry participation and collaboration throughout. Discussions included extensive information sharing lessons learned and best practices for preparing […]
