The US 's oldest active nuclear power plant is to shut down the end of 2019 , a year ahead of schedule. The Oyster Creek facility in US was due to close at this year but has become too costly to run, according to its operator, Exelon. The plant supports about 500 jobs directly and adds about $80m to the local economy. Concerns have been raised about safety, with environmental groups saying waste water from the plant has damaged marine habitats. Ocean County Freeholder John C. Bartlett Jr. said the radioactive waste that has accumulated on-site over the past 50 years of its operation will necessitate oversight and security for what he described as "an eternity. The facility's spent fuel rods are expected to remain radioactive for a year ahead .
The US 's oldest active nuclear power plant is to shut down the end of 2019 , a year ahead of schedule. The Oyster Creek facility in US was due to close at this year but has become too costly to run, according to its operator, Exelon. The plant supports about 500 jobs directly and adds about $80m to the local economy. Concerns have been raised about safety, with environmental groups saying waste water from the plant has damaged marine habitats. The facility's spent fuel rods are expected to remain radioactive for a year ahead .