Design certification

{
  "id": "MLC-T-NUC-000121",
  "term": "Design certification",
  "field": "Nuclear energy and radiation",
  "definition": "Certification and approval by the NRC of a standard nuclear power plant design independent of a specific site or an application to construct or operate a plant. A design certification is valid for 40 years from the date of issuance but can be renewed for an additional 40 years.",
  "references": [
    "NRC Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/nuclear/design-certification/"
}