Rising to the challenge
Despite the coronavirus pandemic, employees at Catawba Nuclear Station rose to the challenge to support York County neighbors in need through their participation in the station’s 35th Anniversary Giving Challenge, part of its celebration of powering the...
Festival of Trees winners announced
Duke Energy’s World of Energy education center recently wrapped up its virtual Festival of Trees display and voting contest that captivated more than 4,300 viewers.
Why nursing at a nuclear energy facility is not your standard career
You might not realize Duke Energy is like a small city: almost any profession found in a city can be found in this company. From pilots (both full-sized aircraft and drones) to marine biologists to nurses. Nurses? Yes. Duke Energy’s nuclear fleet even...
It's all in the preparation
For McGuire Nuclear Station’s Christie Bristow, being organized and confident about the decisions you make is the name of the game. And as McGuire’s work window manager, where preparation and execution are key, Christie doesn’t take that responsibility...
Vibrant holiday trees focuses on raising awareness
While the first-place winner of the 2019 World of Energy Festival of Trees display, affectionately called “the peacock tree,” stood out for its vibrant, feathery array of deep purples, turquoise and emerald green decorations, its message was what viewers...
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...
Breaking from our usual programming is this fun, holiday special
With Halloween festivities around the corner, this is a perfect time for you, and children of all ages, to incorporate science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) into your celebrations. From picking out unique costumes to carving pumpkins,...
Celebrate STEM Day with the EXPLORE mobile lab
To celebrate National STEM Day, South Carolina’s Duke Energy nuclear sites have partnered with Clemson University’s EXPLORE Mobile Lab to bring STEM into your home with a fun, virtual activity. On Nov. 9, students ages 10-14 can participate in this...
The greatest contribution to civil engineering, progress and mankind
In 1975, judges representing the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) were faced with a challenge – to select the organization’s Outstanding Achievement Award winner. Judges had to choose from some of the country’s greatest engineering achievements of the time.
Have you heard? Things you need to know about reactor operations
Being an operator at a nuclear plant is as much a calling as a career. Like any specialized field, becoming an operator requires completing a demanding training regimen with the highest standards. Much like doctors take annual boards to maintain their...