Waste Confidence Rule

The Waste Confidence Rule is a regulatory policy that helps nuclear power plant operators and regulators plan for safely managing and storing radioactive waste, specifically spent nuclear fuel. It provides assurances that there will be approved, secure facilities for waste disposal and storage, enabling new nuclear plants to be built without undue delay. Essentially, it ensures that there is a confident, predictable approach to handling nuclear waste over the long term, balancing energy needs with environmental and safety concerns.