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Vogtle Part 2: Murphy’s Law
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Vogtle Part 2: Murphy’s Law

Lessons from the things that went wrong

James Krellenstein and I continue our deep dive analysis of what went wrong at Vogtle. The discussion focuses on the challenges faced during the construction of the Vogtle nuclear power plant, highlighting issues such as design finality, regulatory compliance, and the impact of construction delays on skilled labor retention. Key points include the complexities of meeting licensing requirements, the difficulties in modular construction, and the financial tensions between contractors, ultimately leading to Westinghouse's bankruptcy and the project's management changes.

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