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Here's your daily reminder that #NuclearEnergy is clean and reliable! ?? #NuclearReliability means moving toward a cleaner and brighter future for our families! ??????

Farley Nuclear Plant Traveling Flag Update The Traveling Flag was underway this week with the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN-69).?Amazing support from an amazing first rate warship.?Special thanks to CAPT Chris “Chowdah” Hill and the Sailors of the Ike for supporting the project - Bravo Zulu!?At Southern Nuclear we cherish our military veterans and appreciate their service.?Next stop - USS Constitution in Boston! #travelingflag #nuclearpower #veterans #usnavy #cvn69

Last week, we had the honor of hosting the Atlanta Vietnam Veterans Business Association (AVVBA) at #PlantVogtle. This inspiring group of veterans, dedicated to promoting patriotism and supporting their community, was eager to learn more about Vogtle and the advancements in nuclear energy. Founded in 1981, the AVVBA honors those who served in the Vietnam War and supports veterans through initiatives like scholarships for returning students. One visitor, Carl 'Skip' Bell, expressed his gratitude for the brilliant minds and unwavering dedication that make Plant Vogtle a reality. We are proud to share our work with such esteemed guests and thank them for their service and continued contributions to society. ???? #SouthernNuclear #NuclearPlant #EnergyEducation #USVeterans #NuclearEnergy #Vogtle

#Summer2024 is coming to a close, but the memories and photos from our awesome plant tours will live on forever! ?? Go to the link in our bio to book your #SouthernNuclear tour now! ??

Plant Vogtle Visit with the best Leadership team in the Care industry. "To be successful, the first thing to do is fall in love with your work." - Mary Lauretta Did you know? Water is pumped through more than 100 miles of piping throughout Units 3 & 4 and the cloud that you see rising from the cooling towers is excess water vapor! Did you know? A single 1/2 inch Uranium Nuclear Fuel Pellet creates as much energy as: 149 gallons of oil 17,000 ft3 of natural gas 2,000 lbs of coal ore. Plant Vogtle Units 3 & 4 are the first newly constructed nuclear units to be built in the United States in more than 30 years. America's newest nuclear reactors will provide clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy for millions of Georgians for many many years to come. Thank you Southern Nuclear for having us, and especially Mike McCracken for the wisdom. #cleanenergy #careteam

Got to do another fun flyover of Southern Nuclear’s Plant Vogtle today on the way back from my daughter’s birthday trip to Hilton Head Island. Cool to see the water vapor of all 4 reactors coming out at once. Our course even flew us directly over Units 1 and 2 and had a great view of 3 and 4 off the left wing. Thanks, as always, to my excellent pilot Henry Bolen - MBA, CSP, ASP, CIT, RRPT, PMP, CM!

This #LaborDay, we celebrate the dedication of our incredible teammates that are committed to producing clean and reliable energy so that moments like brewing coffee, performing heart surgery and lighting up stadiums happen seamlessly. While many enjoy a break, many will still be working to keep our communities powered. Southern Nuclear is proud to honor the hard work of those individuals today and every day. ??

As I conclude my final co-op rotation with Southern Nuclear at Plant Farley, I find myself reflecting on the incredible range of development and leadership opportunities I’ve experienced. I’m deeply grateful for the chance to work on system monitoring, develop a new digital design lab, troubleshoot issues, and lead site tours. These hands-on experiences not only deepened my technical understanding of plant processes but also reinforced the crucial role of an engineer in the nuclear industry. One of the highlights of my co-op was earning my Irradiated Fuel Inspection Qualification, which allowed me to work closely with nuclear fuel — truly the heart of what makes nuclear power so unique. Additionally, completing the Initial Engineering Systems Training as a co-op was a remarkable opportunity. This in-depth, month-long training provided me with comprehensive knowledge of plant systems, setting a strong foundation for my future as an engineer. I’m excited to share that I will be returning to Plant Farley as an engineer following my graduation in May 2026!

“Nuclear’s Make or Break Moment” Important CNBC coverage. My take: The passage of ADVANCE Act through Congress by a 481-15 vote signals a new chapter for American nuclear. While nuclear construction projects are challenging to initiate, we must listen to the energy communities, state legislators, environmental activists and engineering professionals about the urgency of this window. Over the 80+ year useful life of these new reactors, nuclear energy emerges as the least expensive and most reliable source of clean power available. By investing in large light water reactors today, we can secure our energy future and unlock the momentum needed to scale American nuclear efforts with our allies around the world. It’s time to build. Yes, large construction projects are hard. Thankfully, nuclear fission is simple. America can create a sustainable and prosperous future, while guarding our grid and securing our legacy.

With the nation’s first new nuclear reactors in thirty years now online, more experts are recognizing carbon-free nuclear energy as an irreplaceable part of the solution to reaching a net zero future.