Home > Our company > What’s new > FY2023 > Received approval to extend operational period for Units 1 and 2 at Sendai Nuclear Power Station

What’s new

November 1, 2023
Kyushu Electric Power Co., Inc.

Received approval to extend operational period for Units 1 and 2 at Sendai Nuclear Power Station

 We are pleased to inform you that we have received approval from the Nuclear Regulation Authority for the extension of the operational period for Units 1 and 2 at Sendai Nuclear Power Station. Approval was granted to extend the operational life span for another 20 years and the proposed changes to reactor facility safety regulations. The application was submitted to the NRA on October 12, 2022.

 We will continue to actively disclose information to the local community to ensure their peace of mind and trust in our company.

 (Reference) Timeline of the Application Process for the Extension of Operation Period for Units 1 and 2 at Sendai Nuclear Power Plant

 ・ October 12, 2022: Application for extension of operation period and changes to reactor facility safety regulations

 ・ September 13, 2023: Revised application for extension of operation period and changes to reactor facility safety regulations

 ・ October 6, 2023: Revised application for extension of operation period and changes to reactor facility safety regulations