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American Institute of Chemical Engineers Delaware Valley Section	Background

October 26, 2006
Exelon Plant Tour

In May, Exelon’s Limerick facility made headlines with a visit from President Bush, promoting the need to build more nuclear power plants to increase energy output without increasing greenhouse gases. AIChE members are fortunate to have an opportunity to tour this world-class facility. Thanks to Bob Weingard of Exelon for organizing the tour. This event is limited to the first 30 AIChE members that register.

The Limerick nuclear power plant, employing 800, is located on a 600-acre site in Limerick Township, Montgomery County. The facility is owned and operated by PECO, which is now a part of Exelon Corporation. The plant can produce power to support the electricity needs of two million American homes.

Power at the facility is generated by two General Electrical boiling water reactor (BWR) units, cooled by natural draft cooling towers. Unit 1 began commercial operation in 1986, followed by Unit 2 in 1990. Each of the units is capable of providing nearly 1,200 net megawatts of energy. Cooling water is supplied by the Schuylkill River located next to the power plant.

Enjoy a buffet dinner and networking after the tour at Cutillo’s Restaurant. If you are unable to join us for the tour, you can still register for the dinner. Simply indicate “dinner only” on the online registration form.

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