Duke Energy Remains Firmly Committed to Nuclear Power
"But one thing is certain: nuclear energy remains vital to the world's energy future. It's the only technology available today to generate carbon-free, reliable, base-load electricity – 24/7," he said.
[CEO Jim] Rogers called nuclear energy "a key component" of Duke Energy's long-term strategy to reduce its carbon footprint.
"That hasn't changed as a result of the accident in Japan," he said.
Duke Energy currently operates seven nuclear reactors. Upon completion of its pending merger with Raleigh, N.C.-based Progress Energy, the combined company – operating under the Duke Energy name – will operate 12 of America's 104 nuclear reactors.
"Nuclear energy must remain a key part of our existing generation fleet, and we remain firmly committed to building new nuclear reactors, as well," Rogers said.
WHAT he said.
Bears repeating.
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