Palisades SMR, LLC; Pioneer Units 1 and 2; Phased Construction Permit Application; Limited Work Authorization; Notice of Intent To Conduct Scoping Process and Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement

Kevin John Kamps opposes the Phased Construction Permit Application for Pioneer Units 1 and 2 at the Palisades site. He argues that the project poses catastrophic risks to human health, the environment, and Indigenous cultural sites, and he requests that the NRC reject the application and extend the public comment period.

TerryAnn Towers Saint Amand supports the scoping process for the Pioneer Units 1 and 2 Small Modular Reactor project, provided the NRC conducts a rigorous and comprehensive Environmental Impact Statement. The commenter emphasizes the need to evaluate cumulative environmental impacts, climate resilience, waste management, and a robust range of alternatives.

Connie McAllister, a local resident, opposes the proposed action due to concerns over the destruction of critical dunes, natural resources, and potential First Nation burial sites. She urges the NRC to hold Holtec accountable for environmental impacts and ensure the safety of nearby residents.

The commenter supports the proposed action of conducting a scoping process and preparing an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Palisades SMR project. They argue that the scope of the EIS must specifically include a full evaluation of the environmental impacts of indefinite spent fuel storage, as they claim the current Generic Environmental Impact Statement (GEIS) relies on invalid assumptions regarding canister integrity and aging management.