The nuclear units each with a capacity of 1,117MW are installed at V. C. Summer Station in Jenkinsville, US state of South Carolina.
SCANA chairman and CEO Kevin Marsh said receiving approval of the licenses to construct and operate units 2 and 3 at V.C. Summer is a significant event for the company and marks the culmination of an intense review by the NRC.
"We look forward to building these two new nuclear units to enhance our ability to meet the energy needs of our customers," added Marsh.
Santee Cooper president and CEO Lonnie Carter said these new nuclear units are a critical component of Santee Cooper’s long-term plan to diversify our generation mix.
"Access to reliable and low-cost electricity will be key to job creation and economic development opportunities as we continue rebuilding our state’s economy and position South Carolina for the future," said Carter.
South Carolina Electric & Gas Company (SCE&G) is a principal subsidiary of SCANA and Santee Cooper is South Carolina’s state-owned electric and water utility.
