Here to bring holiday cheer straight to your screen
Now more than ever, nonprofit organizations and charities need to get the word out about their efforts in the community. Duke Energy’s World of Energy education center at Oconee Nuclear Station, near Seneca, S.C., is proud to support these efforts...
‘LEGO tree’ at the World of Energy’s Festival of Trees highlights students and STEM
Among the trees decorated this year at the World of Energy’s Festival of Trees, a kid-favorite is a tree with a yellow LEGO toy head as a tree-topper and wreath and ball LEGO ornaments donning its branches. It even has LEGO ornaments uniquely painted and drawn by students from YouthLink’s FIRST LEGO League.
Nuclear plant provides hands-on learning for teachers
It’s said that teaching is one of the most rewarding professions a person can pursue. When asked, many people can point back to their favorite teacher, or one who inspired, mentored or believed in them. At Duke Energy, we take every opportunity to ...
Appreciating teachers in our communities
When we reflect on who has most influenced our lives, many of us think back fondly on our teachers.
Three reasons to love nuclear energy
Family. A favorite hobby. Your pet. When you think of the things you love, a power source is likely not at the top of your list – if it’s on your list at all. But, maybe our nation’s largest source of carbon-free electricity – nuclear energy – should be...
Festival of Trees celebrates Upstate organizations that make a difference
The World of Energy at Oconee Nuclear Station celebrates the holiday season with the Festival of Trees display in its lobby. This week, we are sharing stories from a few of the nonprofits represented at this year's festival.
Giving new life to firefighting equipment
How 10 fire suits and hoods, eight helmets and gloves and seven pairs of boots impact the future of high school juniors and seniors in Rock Hill, S.C.
How our nuclear workers weathered Hurricane Florence
Brunswick Nuclear Plant in Southport, N.C. sat squarely in the path of Hurricane Florence. But, through preparation and teamwork, our nuclear workers overcame every obstacle Florence brought their way.
Supply drives help set students up for a successful year
Going back to school can be an exciting time. But, it can also be a struggle for families and teachers who may not have everything they need for a successful school year.
A bike of their own
Many of us have fond memories of our first bicycle. But for some families in the Carolinas, a bike is more than a toy.