Cooper Nuclear Station

Cooper Nuclear Station (CNS) operates the largest single unit electrical generator in the state. Support services are provided by Entergy Nuclear Nebraska through 2029. CNS, which has performed safely since it was first put into operation in July of 1974, generates 810 megawatts of electricity. This would be enough power to supply the Lincoln and Grand Island areas during their highest summer usage period.

Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) owns and operates CNS; however, it has contracts to share a portion of the electricity it generates with other utilities. The remainder of the power is used by NPPD or marketed to other utilities. Around 20 percent of NPPD's total annual generation comes from CNS.

The facility is named after Humboldt, Neb., natives Guy Cooper, Jr., and Guy Cooper, Sr., in recognition of their contribution to public power in Nebraska.

Cooper Nuclear Energy Prevents Emissions

Generating electricity with nuclear energy prevents the emission of pollutants like sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOx) and greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide (CO2) associated with burning fossil fuels.

Cooper avoided the emission of 16,605 tons of SO2; 8,610 tons of NOx; and 5.97 million metric tons of CO2 in the year 2009 (Source: NEI/EPA).

Emissions of SO2 lead to the formation of acid rain. NOx is a key precursor of both ground-level ozone and smog. Greenhouse gases like CO2 contribute to global warming.

Cooper Nuclear Station – Nuclear News

	Cooper Nuclear Station Receives License Renewal was an opportunity to highlight the Entergy Nuclear business development team's industry standing in providing licensing services. Entergy worked with NPPD who coordinated press and media activities.
	Cooper Appreciated Cooper Nuclear Station received an economic development appreciation award from the Nemaha County (Nebraska) County Commissioners and the city of Auburn.
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Learn more about Cooper Nuclear Station: http://www.nppd.com/About_Us/Energy_Facilities/facilities/cns.asp