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13
Value driven to run our nuclear fleet
at world-class levels
Protect today’s value
In 2006, Exelon Nuclear performed at world-class levels. We achieved
a record summer capacity factor of 98.1 percent, and our fleet-wide
annual capacity factor was 93.9 percent, the sixth consecutive year
that it has exceeded 92 percent. Our fossil and hydro units also excelled,
with commercial availability factors of 93.5 percent and 95 percent,
respectively.
Grow long-term value
To assure the continued growth of the nuclear industry, we must sustain
and improve our current level of performance, while at the same time
taking concrete steps to bolster public confidence in nuclear power
through greater disclosure and applying the lessons learned from the
tritium incidents. We must also continue to press for the safe and
effective storage of spent fuel, and the development of next generation
passive designs.