Susquehanna Nuclear Plant
The Susquehanna Nuclear Plant is a nuclear power plant located on the west bank of the Susquehanna River in Salem Township, Pennsylvania. Operated by Talen Energy Corporation, it began producing electricity for commercial use in 1983 and currently produces 2,490 megawatts (MW) of electricity from two pressurized water reactors. It provides enough energy to supply over two million homes with electricity.
History
Public Service Electric and Gas Company (PSE&G), now part of Exelon Corporation, began construction on the Susquehanna Nuclear Plant in 1976 with plans to build two 1,100 MW boiling water reactors. In 1981 however those plans were changed due to increasing costs and changing regulations. The plant was eventually completed as a pair of pressurized water reactors instead in 1983 at an estimated cost of $3 billion dollars.
Safety Record
The safety record at the Susquehanna Nuclear Power Plant has been exemplary since its beginning operations is 1983 until present day. There have not been any major incidents that have caused significant radiation releases or environmental hazards associated with the operation of this facility during its 35 year history. The plant has also passed all regular inspections conducted by both state and federal authorities without incident or violation throughout its entire operational life cycle thus far .
Innovations & Future Plans
Talen Energy Corporation has implemented several innovative technologies at the Susquehanna nuclear plant that are helping them lower their operating costs while improving efficiency such as: advanced digital instrumentation systems; automated control rods; improved monitoring systems; upgraded reactor core designs; and enhanced security protocols utilizing blockchain technology among other implementations . They are also looking into further upgrades such as constructing additional turbines to produce more energy output while creating fewer emissions than before , making it one of America’s most efficient nuclear facilities today..
