The facts about used nuclear fuel
While more Americans are supporting nuclear energy, particularly after becoming informed on its benefits, there are still those who do not have the full story on used nuclear fuel.
A Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience
A rare solar phenomenon is headed our way in 2017, and Duke Energy wants to help you catch it while you can.
Celebrating 10 Years of Conservation, Wildlife Fun
Catching catfish, kayaking, rock wall climbing. Those were only a few of the activities at the 10th annual National Hunting and Fishing Day hosted at Duke Energy’s World of Energy education center on September 24.
Mr. E makes math fun
Edward McFadden, an engineer at McGuire Nuclear Station in Huntersville, N.C., spends a lot of his “free” time in the community promoting Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) education.
Community colleges offer unique nuclear career paths
“Grit, intelligence and a willingness to work.” That’s what a successful student in Gaston College’s Nuclear Technology Program looks like, according to Virgil Cox, the school’s Dean of Engineering and Industrial Technologies.
Dry Cask Inspections Incorporate Robots During Field Trial
Robots have made a name for themselves in the nuclear industry again, becoming critical to strengthening personal and operational safety. They have offered a number of creative solutions for limiting exposure from remote viewing of radiological areas...
W.I.N. Members tour Catawba and McGuire Nuclear Stations
This past week, more than 600 members of Women in Nuclear (W.I.N.) attended the 2016 W.I.N. National. Conference, “U.S. WIN: Building on the Promise of Nuclear Energy,” in Charlotte, N.C., hosted by AREVA and Duke Energy. During the conference, attendees from across the country...
Area Students Explore Careers at Catawba Nuclear Station
Last year, when a local Clover, S.C., high school parent asked the Catawba Nuclear Station vice president if the station offered a high school internship, he had no idea his question would lead to a career exploration day for his son and other ...
Engaging Girls in STEM
Caroline* stood on stage and tentatively reached her hands out to touch the shining dome of a Vandegraaf Generator. With the flick of a switch and a gentle hum from its static-electrically generated motor, her sandy blond hair leapt into the air ...
New Earth Day Event Encourages Students to Explore Nature
For decades, the Duke Energy nuclear fleet has been a dedicated environmental steward. From preserving land for public recreation, to maintaining healthy forests and protecting sea turtles, our nuclear sites have become caretakers of the land, water ...
