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Nuclear Commission Approves Kori-2 Restart After Permit Expiration

4/1/2026

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The Nuclear Safety and Security Commission (NSSC) approved Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power's (KHNP) restart of Kori-2, offline since April 2023 after its operating permit expired.
KHNP said safety measures and improvements enabled Kori-2 to reach criticality and resume operations.
The plant can operate through April 2033.
KHNP is submitting safety reports for nine other nuclear units with expiring licenses as it plans future operations and decommissioning.

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The Nuclear Safety and Security Commission (NSSC) approved Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power's (KHNP) restart of Kori-2, offline since April 2023 after its operating permit expired.
KHNP said safety measures and improvements enabled Kori-2 to reach criticality and resume operations.
The plant can operate through April 2033.
KHNP is submitting safety reports for nine other nuclear units with expiring licenses as it plans future operations and decommissioning.