Hokkaido Electric Power Company Submits Supplement to Application for Approval of Construction Changes at Tomari Nuclear Power Station Unit 3
Sapporo, Japan – July 25, 2025 – Hokkaido Electric Power Company, Inc. (HEPCO) announced today that it has submitted a supplement to its application for approval of construction changes related to the installation of the Specific Major Accident Response Facility and other related structures at the Tomari Nuclear Power Station Unit 3. This submission to the Nuclear Regulation Authority (NRA) represents a significant step forward in the company’s ongoing efforts to enhance safety measures at the facility.
The supplement addresses specific points and requests for clarification from the NRA, providing additional detailed information and revised plans concerning the proposed new facilities. The Specific Major Accident Response Facility is designed to bolster the station’s capabilities in responding to a range of severe accident scenarios, ensuring a robust defense-in-depth approach to nuclear safety.
HEPCO has been actively engaged in discussions with the NRA throughout the review process, demonstrating a commitment to transparency and thoroughness. The company has diligently incorporated feedback received from the regulatory body into this supplemental filing. The aim is to provide the NRA with all the necessary information for a comprehensive evaluation of the proposed safety enhancements.
The installation of these advanced safety facilities is a key component of HEPCO’s strategy to meet the stringent safety standards mandated by the NRA. These measures are crucial for ensuring the continued safe operation of nuclear power plants and for protecting the public and the environment.
HEPCO reiterates its unwavering commitment to nuclear safety and to fulfilling all regulatory requirements. The company will continue to cooperate fully with the NRA and to provide any further information or clarification as needed throughout the approval process. The ultimate goal is to ensure that the Tomari Nuclear Power Station Unit 3 operates with the highest levels of safety and reliability.
Further details regarding the content of the supplemental filing are expected to be made available through official NRA channels.
泊発電所3号機 特定重大事故等対処施設などの設置に係る原子炉設置変更許可申請の補正書の提出について
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