The upside of nuclear uprates
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) places restrictions on the maximum amount of electricity a nuclear power plant can produce. The NRC determines this maximum output for each nuclear unit, which is based on individual factors and specifications. ...
Robinson Nuclear, a pioneer in nuclear energy
Located just a few miles outside of the sleepy southern town of Hartsville, S.C., the H.B. Robinson Nuclear Plant, most commonly referred to as Robinson Nuclear, is one of the oldest commercial nuclear plants in the country.
Duke Energy and Progress Energy Merge Nuclear Fleets
On July 2, Duke Energy and Progress Energy completed their merger, making the new Duke Energy the biggest U.S. electric utility – based on market capitalization, generation capacity and number of customers. The new company will have approximately ...