DOE approves preliminary safety analysis for Aurora powerhouse at Idaho lab

The DOE Idaho Operations Office approved the Preliminary Documented Safety Analysis for Oklo's Aurora powerhouse at Idaho National Laboratory under the Reactor Pilot Program. The review covers hazard and accident analysis, safety controls and design commitments. The approval is a step toward the first unit, but the release gave no construction or operating dates, and NRC licensing is still required for commercial operation.

• DOE Idaho Operations Office approved the PDSA for the Aurora powerhouse at INL
• Review covers hazard analysis, accident analysis, safety controls and design commitments
• Oklo says fuel assemblies will be made at the Aurora Fuel Fabrication Facility using EBR-II fuel
• No construction or operating dates given in the release