Georgia’s second new nuclear reactor, Unit 4 at Plant Vogtle, is now operating commercially after years of delays and billions in extra costs.
The project was initially estimated at $14 billion, but at last count, it is near $35 billion.
Despite completion, Vogtle’s electricity is expected to be more expensive than other sources.
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