The Hard Parts
Safety
What about earthquakes and the ground?
The ground will be studied and compared with the AP1000’s certified limits.
What we know
The studies include borings, laboratory tests, a site-specific seismic hazard analysis, and a comparison with the AP1000’s certified limits.
What we don’t know yet
The results of those studies.
Who decides
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
How you can take part
Nuclear Regulatory Commission public meetings and hearings.
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