The project, first discussed as long ago as 1970, has seen delays and cost overruns, but is being hailed as start of new era for nuclear energy
The Vogtle-3 nuclear power plant in the US state of Georgia has begun commercial operation, becoming the first reactor to startup in the country since 2016. The project has seen delays and cost overruns, but has been welcomed by majority owner Georgia Power as part of a “reliable and resilient energy future”. Read our timeline of the project.
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