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Mission: Recommission

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Classifying Nuclear Reactors for Recommissioning

This chapter presents a systematic classification of nuclear reactors based on their decommissioning status and restart potential, dividing them into four categories. It discusses the financial and operational implications of refurbishing versus decommissioning, particularly highlighting the economic benefits of recommissioning aging reactors. Emphasizing the opportunity for substantial clean energy production, the chapter also explores the longevity and modernization capabilities of Category 1 reactors, advocating for their extended operation and upgrades.

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