US Pushes for Nuclear Expansion as $35 Billion Georgia Reactors Go Online

Energy Secretary Granholm calls for tripling nuclear capacity to meet climate goals, despite challenges highlighted by Plant Vogtle's cost overruns

Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm advocates for tripling U.S. nuclear capacity to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
Granholm celebrates the completion of two new reactors at Plant Vogtle, capable of powering one million homes without carbon emissions.
Despite $11 billion in cost overruns, the federal government plans to ease nuclear construction challenges and support smaller reactors.
Georgia Power's CEO supports nuclear expansion but is hesitant to start new projects soon due to past financial and logistical hurdles.
President Biden's administration is promoting nuclear power through military commissions and streamlined licensing processes.