Deering Pleased with Nuclear Renewals, Ensuring 20 More Years of Economic Development in Clinton

DECATUR, IL… State Representative Regan Deering (R-Decatur) issued the following release after the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) approved a 20-year initial license renewal for Constellation's Clinton Clean Energy Center in Clinton and a 20-year subsequent license renewal for Dresden Clean Energy Center in Morris.

"This is fantastic news for Illinois," began Rep. Deering. "Our state's energy policies have left the industry in shambles, but I am pleased to hear about the NRC's decision to continue to issue licenses and renewals for nuclear energy. We need stable, reliable, and affordable energy to keep up with the growing demand, and this decision will help to offset some of the horrendous energy policies that have come out of Springfield."

The approvals allow the Clinton plant to operate through 2047, and the Dresden reactors to operate through 2049 and 2051. Thanks to the initial and subsequential license renewals, Constellation states that more than 2,200 jobs and $8.1 billion federal, state, and local tax dollars will be preserved.

"Not only is this a win for energy, but it's also a win for jobs and economic development," continued Rep. Deering. "This decision means 20 more years of stable jobs and economic growth across Illinois. I appreciate Constellation's commitment to continue to invest in Illinois."

To learn more about Constellation, visit https://www.constellation.com. With questions, please contact Rep. Deering at (217) 876-1968 or visit RepDeering.com.

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