Energy & environment · 15/03/2017Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read

U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Issues New Guide for Assessing Abnormal Radioactive Discharges at Nuclear Power Plants

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has released a new guide, Regulatory Guide 4.25, outlining an approach for assessing abnormal radioactive discharges in groundwater from nuclear power plants to the unrestricted area, as part of its efforts to ensure public safety and protect the environment.