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Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant Operating Life Extension

Planned · California · Last reported Apr 2026

Source: AOL

Project
Planned

The Diablo Canyon nuclear power plant, operated by PG&E, is permitted to operate until 2045. The plant's continued operation beyond its original 40-year lifespan (ending in 2025) is subject to state legislative approval beyond 2030. The project involves extending the operating life of the nuclear reactors at Diablo Canyon, with estimated costs between $8.4 billion and $11.8 billion depending on su

Status
Prospective
Sector
Nuclear, Power Generation (CCGT)
Location
San Luis Obispo, California, United States of America
Updated
22 Jul 2026
Source
AOL

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The project “Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant Operating Life Extension” is an infrastructure initiative in the Nuclear sector, located in San Luis Obispo, California, United States. Taiyo aggregates data on it from AOL.

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2026-07-22

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The Diablo Canyon nuclear power plant, operated by PG&E, is permitted to operate until 2045. The plant's continued operation beyond its original 40-year lifespan (ending in 2025) is subject to state legislative approval beyond 2030. The project involves extending the operating life of the nuclear reactors at Diablo Canyon, with estimated costs between $8.4 billion and $11.8 billion depending on subsidies. There is local opposition due to concerns about safety, radioactive waste, and environmental impact, with advocacy for investment in renewable energy alternatives.

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United States of America (USA)

State

California

City

San Luis Obispo

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Nuclear, Power Generation (CCGT)

Article published date

2026-04-29

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