Slideshow: Nuclear Science Week in the Carolinas
Since Duke Energy's first nuclear reactor started commercial operation in Hartsville, South Carolina, in 1971, nuclear energy has provided clean, reliable electricity for the Carolinas.
Nuclear energy: More than just a job
A 3D modeler, a nuclear engineer and an operations training technician walk into a classroom. No joke, it happens more often than you might think.
Celebrate Nuclear Science Week
Every third week in October, the nuclear industry celebrates Nuclear Science Week to encourage educators, students and community members to “get to know nuclear” through hands-on activities and local events.
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.
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...
Duke Energy Nuclear Interns Offer Five Life Lessons
Duke Energy nuclear interns have shared their experiences on the Nuclear Information Center this summer. In this final article in the series, we asked them to reflect on what they’ve learned during their internship. Here are five lessons they shared ....
The Campaign for Nuclear: Key Takeaways from the Duke Energy NAYGN Chapter Conference
Last week, Duke Energy’s chapter of North American Young Generation in Nuclear (NAYGN) held its annual conference in Charlotte, N.C., bringing together young professionals from across the company’s nuclear fleet. As the conference’s timely theme,...
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...
Nuclear Intern First Impressions
For the second post in our summer nuclear intern series, we asked our interns about their initial impressions of nuclear energy and how those perspectives have changed since starting their internship at Duke Energy. In case you missed it, you can read...