Boy Scouts Flock to Local Nuclear Plants Year After Year
Engineering, nuclear science, environmental science, chemistry. No, they’re not just subjects some of our nuclear teammates majored in as college students, but in fact, represent just a few of the Boy Scout merit badges taught at McGuire, Catawba and ...
Surprises Await at World of Energy
Boy Scouts visit a control room simulator at Oconee Nuclear Station. Scoutshave the opportunity to earn several Merit Badges during a Merit Badge Collegehosted by the World of Energy. It is a place where orchids bloom, art is displayed and local ...
Celebrate “Read Across America” in a Nuclear Way
The importance of reading and related skills cannot be over emphasized. Studies show a love of reading leads to greater success in school and a life-long appreciation for learning. In the nuclear industry where strong science, math and engineering ...
Duke Energy Inspires Young Minds during National Engineers Week
In recognition of National Engineers Week (Feb. 17 - Feb. 23), sites across Duke Energy’s nuclear fleet inspired young minds by introducing and motivating future generations to pursue the diverse career paths of engineering, science and math. During ...
Energy Education Centers Share the Industry's Story
You don't have to be a nuclear scientist to understand nuclear energy. That’s why many nuclear power stations across the U.S. offer nuclear energy education centers on or near their sites. By teaching and welcoming the public, the nuclear industry ...
In This Industry, Partnerships Are Key - Part 2
This is the second part of a two-part series on key partnerships in the nuclear industry. Click here to read part 1. The success of the nuclear industry relies on a plethora of community and professional partnerships. Nuclear professionals build ...
By Land or By Boat, Thousands Attend McGuire's Summer Concert
Rain or shine, the show must go on! Luckily, it was shine, and more than 8,000 people enjoyed the sounds of the Charlotte Symphony on June 22 on the EnergyExplorium lawn, and by boat as the sun set over Lake Norman. Musicians played for a little over ...
Strategic Organizations Make a Difference Across Duke Energy's Nuclear Fleet and the Industry
Women in Nuclear (WIN) and the North American Young Generation in Nuclear (NA-YGN) organizations offer members a network where they can further their leadership and professional development, serve as a catalyst for professional and social networking ...
Hundreds Learn at McGuire that Science is Cool
April was a busy month for McGuire Nuclear Station. Hundreds of students of all ages joined in a special celebration of the NC Science Festival at the EnergyExplorium, the energy education center for McGuire Nuclear Station, throughout the month. The ...
Employees Tour Nuclear Facilities with Their Families in Tow
A special benefit for employees at Duke Energy's nuclear power plants is the opportunity to show their loved ones where they work. Occasionally, each Duke Energy nuclear plant hosts a special family tour day. During this event, employees with nuclear ...