Nuclear utilities in the U.S. are pursuing major digital modernization projects to the existing fleet of reactors to sustain long-term operations. The NRC in coordination with stakeholders have made significant changes to the regulatory infrastructure to support industry's implementation of digital instrumentation and controls (I&C) upgrades. The NRC is also currently reviewing license applications for major digital upgrades of plant protection systems at two nuclear sites. This panel will discuss current digital I&C modernization activities, implementation successes and challenges, and associated regulatory insights. The panel will also discuss their vision and potential technical and regulatory challenges for integrating current plant controls and safety systems into all-digital modern control rooms.

Speakers

Jason Paige

NRC

Samir Darbali

NRC

Pareez Golub

Sargent and Lundy

Mark Burzynski

NewClear Day

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