U.S. company's new nuclear project progresses

Operated by South Carolina Electric and Gas Company in the south-eastern United States, V.C. Summer Nuclear Station has maintained a reputation of excellence for more than 25 years. A safety philosophy derived from nuclear plant operation guides its new nuclear project, which SCE and G has undertaken to meet the need for base load generation in its service area in a manner that is clean, safe, reliable, and efficient. In the process, SCE and G is generating jobs and boosting the economy. Site preparation has been well underway since 2009. SCE and G anticipates receiving its combined construction and operating license from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission in late 2011 or early 2012, which will allow major construction to commence. (orig.)