NRC seeks input on cybersecurity in draft plan for shutting down nuclear plants

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is requesting public comment on cybersecurity, among a number of issues, in a draft regulatory plan for improving the decommissioning of nuclear power reactors.

NRC lists cybersecurity among other issues related to the safety of the plants, such as adequate staffing and managing fatigue.

“The NRC’s goals in amending the regulations would be to provide for an efficient decommissioning process; reduce the need for exemptions from existing regulations; address other decommissioning issues deemed relevant by the...