The who’s who of nuclear emergency planning
January 08, 2018
With nearly a half century of experience operating nuclear power plants, Duke Energy knows about being prepared. But in an emergency, Duke Energy is not the only player. Read More
How nuclear plants weather storms
September 28, 2017
We are fortunate in the southeastern U.S. to have energy sources that are built to withstand the incredible forces of natural disasters like hurricanes: nuclear power plants. Read More
How to make a big difference? Start with the little things
July 05, 2017
Work. Soccer practice. Grocery shopping. Dentist appointments. Life keeps us busy. With so much going on, it’s easy to lose sight of the little things. Read More
Have questions about emergency sirens? We have answers.
April 12, 2017
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. Read More
Nuclear Plants: Always Prepared for Extreme Weather
November 09, 2016
“Be prepared,” is the Boy Scout’s motto, but it’s the same for the nuclear energy industry as well. Read More
Be prepared: 10 things nuclear plant neighbors should know about emergency planning
August 30, 2016
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. Read More
Is that a siren I hear? What do I do?
April 12, 2016
Whether it is an ambulance siren wailing near the intersection you are about to enter, a siren from the fire truck that is passing you or a siren mounted on a pole near your home – you need to be prepared to respond when you hear it. Read More
Five Years Later: Nuclear Plants are Safer than Ever
March 11, 2016
March 11 will always be an important date in history. The tragic events that unfolded that day across Japan, where thousands lost their lives, livelihoods and homes, and also affected the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station, caught the attention ... Read More
National Emergency Exercise Prepares Utilities and Other Responders for the Unlikely
July 20, 2015
March 28, 1979, was a day that forever changed the nuclear power industry – the day of the Three Mile Island (TMI) accident in Pennsylvania. A combination of equipment malfunctions, design-related problems and human performance errors led to the ... Read More