Nuclear plants offer unique learning opportunities for teachers
Energy education centers are popular destinations for all types of classes and students of all ages - including teachers,
What you need to know about nuclear cooling towers
Everybody talks about the weather, but nobody does anything about it.
Wait – or do they?
Do the cooling towers you see around some power plants affect the weather and create weather phenomena?
No – they don’t. Let’s just go ahead and clear...
Nuclear station takeover
At 8:30 a.m., 20 millennials eagerly awaited instructions from senior reactor operators at McGuire Nuclear Station. After a brief demonstration, several engineers, most of who had never been in a nuclear control room before, assumed their positions at the controls.
How do nuclear plants stay youthful? Maintenance
While most of the nation’s nuclear fleet was built before 1990, it’s a mistake to label these safe, reliable plants as “aging."
Industry awards prove nuclear really can be innovative
It may not have been as revolutionary as a worldwide techie conference, but this year’s Nuclear Energy Assembly (NEA) did showcase the latest innovative practices in the nuclear energy industry.
Nuclear teammates spread Christmas cheer in April
Nuclear workers prefer to start early every day, so it was no surprise to find more than three dozen ready to go at the first ray of light on Saturday, April 29.
Earth Day kick-starts a series of nuclear volunteer events
Across the Carolinas, our nuclear team is demonstrating their commitment to environmental stewardship and lending a hand to those in need through volunteer projects and events. Over the next few weeks, you’ll find teammates...
Have questions about emergency sirens? We have answers.
The notification method most people associate with nuclear emergency preparedness is the network of sirens located around each plant. We sat down with a nuclear emergency preparedness specialist at Robinson Nuclear Plant to answer your FAQs about sirens.
Breakfast with Heroes
At Duke Energy, we value teamwork and appreciate the varied and diverse backgrounds of our employees. This month we take extra time to celebrate Veterans...
Be prepared: 10 things nuclear plant neighbors should know about emergency planning
Do you have an emergency kit at home? Do you have a plan in place in case of a natural disaster? Just like you plan ahead, nuclear plants spend a lot of time preparing for a variety of situations.