Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC; Belews Creek, North Carolina Site, Early Site Permit, Notice of Intent To Conduct Scoping Process and Prepare Environmental Impact Statement

Zachry Nuclear Inc., a turnkey engineering and construction company, expresses strong support for Duke Energy’s Early Site Permit application for the Belews Creek site. The commenter argues that the project will strengthen energy infrastructure while providing economic benefits and reliable clean electricity.

Aecon, a large construction and infrastructure development company and nuclear constructor, expresses its strong support for Duke Energy Carolinas' Early Site Permit application for the Belews Creek site. The company highlights its experience working with Duke Energy and argues that new nuclear generation provides reliable, low-carbon power and high-quality jobs.

Brandon Burgess, a long-time resident and operations manager at the Belews Creek Steam Station, supports the Early Site Permit for new nuclear development. He argues that repurposing the existing site preserves local economic benefits, utilizes an experienced workforce, and provides career stability for the community.

The commenter supports the NRC's Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) process for Duke Energy's Belews Creek site, advocating for a thorough review that considers the benefits of reusing existing power-generation sites. They argue that nuclear development at such sites provides significant advantages for grid reliability, economic development, and national security compared to greenfield developments.