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The reactor meant to showcase nuclear’s comeback keeps hitting problems

The US Nuclear Regulatory Commission told Holtec International, a company racing to reopen a shuttered reactor at the Palisades nuclear power plant in…

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According to Ars Technica, the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission told Holtec International, a company racing to reopen a shuttered reactor at the Palisades nuclear power plant in Michigan, to address a “chilled work environment” that has made staff hesitant to raise safety concerns without fear of retaliation.

The warning has prompted concerns among critics that financial and political…

This technology story centres on the United States. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Donald Trump, US Nuclear Regulatory and Commission.

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United States · Americas
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Donald Trump, US Nuclear Regulatory, Commission, Holtec International
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Technology

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