Giant turbines make the move to Catawba Nuclear Station
Catawba Nuclear Station in South Carolina took a big step in preparing for its refueling outage this spring.
The operative word being big.
Three low-pressure turbines, each weighing 184 tons, were transported by rail to Rock Hill then moved onto...
E-Week engineers encourage students to dream big!
One of many ways we celebrate the contributions of our employees in February is through a week-long celebration known as E-Week. Since its launch in 1951, the purpose of E-Week has been to ensure a diverse and well-educated future engineering workforce...
How diversity can inspire a passionate workforce
As we celebrate the achievements, contributions and historical journeys of African Americans during Black History Month and prepare for E-Week (Feb. 16 – 22, 2020), let’s hear from a few of our employees as they share their perspective as African American engineers in this two-part series.
These heroes power nuclear plants and communities
While superheroes only exist in movies, comic books and our imaginations, there are many real-life heroes who go above and beyond to help those around them. Meet just a few of those employees who power our nuclear fleet and our communities.
How drones improve nuclear plant safety and reliability
We use technology daily to make life easier and more efficient. We use it to order food or coffee, ask questions and get directions. And, at our nuclear plants, we are using indoor drones in a similar way.
How upgrades help Oconee Nuclear Station operate efficiently
Just as a homeowner might replace an old air conditioner or update a kitchen, our workers continuously install new equipment and implement new technology at our nuclear plants.
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.
Reflections on Black History Month
Many influences shape who we are: our family, our education, our experiences, our history. In honor of Black History Month, we asked some of our nuclear workers to share how this month and those it celebrates impacts them.
Nuclear energy: Always safe, always on, always bold
Safe, reliable, always available electricity. That’s what customers expect from Duke Energy and we work hard to exceed that expectation every day. That’s where nuclear energy plays a significant role.
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.
