Duke Energy Ranked #2 in the U.S. and #7 Globally by Sustainability Magazine for Nuclear Energy

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"POWERING THE FUTURE WITH RELIABILITY For over 50 years, Duke Energy's nuclear plants have powered the Carolinas while setting industry standards for safety and efficiency."

We’re proud to be ranked #2 in the U.S. and #7 globally by Sustainability Magazine for nuclear energy — a testament to our leadership in American Energy Dominance.

Nuclear energy provides reliable, around-the-clock electricity with zero carbon emissions, making it a vital clean energy source. For more than 50 years, Duke Energy's nuclear plants have set standards for safety and efficiency, using multiple safety systems to protect people and the environment.

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"How nuclear plants work: Nuclear energy is produced by splitting uranium atoms, creating heat to generate steam. This steam powers a turbine generator to produce electricity. As nuclear plants don't burn fuel, they don't emit greenhouse gases - making them a cleaner energy source."

Duke Energy

Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of America’s largest energy holding companies. The company’s electric utilities serve 8.4 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky, and collectively own 54,800 megawatts of energy capacity. Its natural gas utilities serve 1.7 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Ohio and Kentucky.

Duke Energy is executing an ambitious energy transition, keeping customer reliability and value at the forefront as it builds a smarter energy future. The company is investing in major electric grid upgrades and cleaner generation, including natural gas, nuclear, renewables and energy storage.

More information is available at duke-energy.com and the Duke Energy News Center. Follow Duke Energy on X, LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook, and visit illumination for stories about the people and innovations powering our energy transition.

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Duke Energy Ranked #2 in the U.S. and #7 Globally by Sustainability Magazine for Nuclear Energy

Duke Energy Ranked #2 in the U.S. and #7 Globally by Sustainability Magazine for Nuclear Energy

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