Categorical Exclusion Determination
Office of NEPA Policy and Compliance
October 5, 2016
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GE Global Research, in collaboration with Idaho National Laboratory, proposes to evaluate iron-chrome –aluminum (FeCrAl) alloys as cladding material for uranium dioxide (UO2) fuel in light water reactors. The major tasks to be performed as part of the program include: 1. FeCrAl tube fabrication and testing; 2. Interactions with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission; 3. Interaction with Utilities; and 4. Design of the Lead Rod Assemblies.