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Phoenix, AZ|Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
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Fuel loading process begins at Palisades
The Palisades nuclear power plant has drawn closer to restart, as plant staff began the process of loading fuel into the reactor vessel on Sunday morning.
The commencement of fuel loading places the Covert, Mich., facility in Mode 6—or the refueling stage—under the plant’s technical specifications, plant owner and operator Holtec International said in a news release. The Palisades reactor core consists of 204 fuel assemblies that include new fuel and partially used fuel from the plant’s most recent operating cycles. According to Holtec, the fuel loading is being conducted in accordance with plant procedures and technical specifications.
November 20, 2025|1:00–2:00PM (2:00–3:00PM EST)
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States across America are taking dramatic steps to help unlock the next generation of nuclear energy technologies for all Americans and South Carolina is no exception. With no shortage of existing nuclear technology and expertise, South Carolina has long been a part of many nuclear energy discussions in the U.S. with a focus ranging from research and development activities to workforce, to the existing fleet, to new builds, and beyond. Join ANS for a webinar featuring leading experts from the utility, commercial, and academic world to discuss perspectives on where and how South Carolina can help lead and drive this country's nuclear future.
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Craig Piercy, CEO/Executive Director, American Nuclear Society