Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station returns to operation

2025-03-25

Fredericton (NB) - The Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station returned to operation on March 24, 2025, following the successful repair of a cooling fan. The issue with the fan was first identified on March 17 and the station was temporarily taken offline for maintenance. With the station offline, a full diagnostics and assessment were conducted, and the necessary repairs were completed safely and efficiently. There was no safety risk to the public or to the environment. Costs associated with the outage will be reported as part of regular financial disclosure.

About the Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station

The Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station, with a net capacity of 660 megawatts, serves as a cornerstone of the New Brunswick electrical grid, providing safe, and low-cost electricity for customers where and when they need it.

Media contact: Dominique Couture at 506-458-2345 or dcouture@nbpower.com.