Duke eyes new nuclear plant in NC; Wilmington company could play a role

Duke Energy says it needs to add a lot of additional power generation to its energy portfolio in the coming years to meet future demand driven by North Carolina’s population growth and success in attracting new businesses.

A Wilmington-based company could help the utility giant meet that goal.

Duke is exploring the potential of building a new nuclear facility at a site in the Piedmont near the Belews Creek Steam Station in Stokes County…

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