US Releases Guidelines for Waivers on Russian Uranium Imports

Waivers for the import of Russian enriched uranium “would likely be appropriate” for utilities that need the reactor fuel for near-term refueling to prevent gaps in operations and have made a good faith effort to find an alternative source, according to guidelines made public by the Energy Department.

• NOTE: Ban on imports of Russian uranium signed into law earlier this month allows for waivers until 2028 allowing the import of Russian enriched uranium if no alternative source is found or if the imports are determined to be in the national interest
• Waivers for nuclear energy companies that are “a critical ...