Advancing the Future of Energy With Person County, NC - Seite 3

"Our team members give back to this community in a big way," said Beth Townsend of Duke Energy, the region's government and community relations manager. While she's somewhat new to the role (just shy of a year), Townsend has lived in Person County for nearly 20 years.

"Through fundraisers, golf tournaments and company-matched donations, our employees give thousands [of dollars] to help fulfill the needs of local nonprofits and other organizations that support the people who live and work here," Townsend said. "It's heartwarming to see, but also to be able to raise a family in this kind of environment."

If approved by regulators, the new Person County units would be operational in 2028 and 2030. The company also plans to build hydrogen-capable natural gas units at its Marshall Steam Station site in Catawba County, N.C., as well as at another site in South Carolina.

Power plants have been part of Person County's history for so long that Smith said it's hard to imagine the community without it. Knowing that a replacement could be on the way is exciting, he said, and will allow the current workforce to take on a new challenge.

"In new challenges, there is going to be great opportunity. We've already got a lot of skilled labor at this site. They can easily jump into operations at a new site on day one and not miss a beat," Smith said. "So, I think our future is very bright."

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