UCOR receives SOAR Partnership Award

For Immediate Release Contact: Chris Caldwell Christopher.Caldwell@orcc.doe.gov (804) 658-8367 UCOR receives Board of Regents SOAR Partnership Award  Oak Ridge, Tenn., April 25, 2023 – The Tennessee Board of Regents has named United Cleanup Oak Ridge, LLC, as the 2023 recipient of its “Statewide Outstanding Achievement Recognition Partnership Award.” The award recognizes UCOR’s successful workforce development partnership with…

UCOR releases 2022 annual report

For Immediate Release Contact: Chris Caldwell Christopher.Caldwell@orcc.doe.gov (804) 658-8367 UCOR releases 2022 annual report  Oak Ridge, Tenn., Feb. 8, 2023 – United Cleanup Oak Ridge (UCOR) has released its 2022 annual report, showcasing a year of significant accomplishments for the  environmental cleanup contractor. In May 2022, the company transitioned from the East Tennessee Technology Park cleanup…

UCOR now accepting STEM education mini-grant applications

For Immediate Release Contact: Chris Caldwell Christopher.Caldwell@orcc.doe.gov (804) 658-8367 UCOR now accepting STEM education mini-grant applications  Oak Ridge, Tenn., Feb. 6, 2023 – Attention East Tennessee teachers:  United Cleanup Oak Ridge (UCOR) is accepting applications for our science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) Education Mini-Grants through Monday, February 27. Our grant awards are open to K-12…

UCOR announces key management appointment

For Immediate Release Contact: Chris Caldwell Christopher.Caldwell@orcc.doe.gov (804) 658-8367 UCOR announces key management appointment  Oak Ridge, Tenn., Feb. 2, 2023 – United Cleanup Oak Ridge LLC (UCOR), the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Oak Ridge Office of Environmental Management’s lead environmental cleanup contractor, is announcing the following key business leader appointment, which is effective April 1, 2023. UCOR…

Rueter named to Tennessee Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors

For Immediate Release Contact: Chris Caldwell Christopher.Caldwell@orcc.doe.gov (804) 658-8367 Rueter named to Tennessee Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors UCOR President & CEO joins state’s leading business association  Oak Ridge, Tenn., Jan. 5, 2023 – The Tennessee Chamber of Commerce & Industry has appointed United Cleanup Oak Ridge LLC (UCOR) President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO)…

UCOR’s top 10 tips for cybersecurity this season

For Immediate Release Contact: Chris Caldwell Christopher.Caldwell@orcc.doe.gov (804) 658-8367 UCOR’s top 10 tips for cybersecurity this season  Oak Ridge, Tenn., December 6, 2022 – During the holiday season, cybercriminals are trying extra hard to steal your information. UCOR’s cybersecurity department is hard at work ensuring that every member of the UCOR team stays safe in the…

Holiday Safety Tips from UCOR

For Immediate Release Contact: Chris Caldwell Christopher.Caldwell@orcc.doe.gov (804) 658-8367 Holiday Safety Tips from UCOR  Oak Ridge, Tenn., December 1, 2022 – During the holiday season, we often find ourselves in a rush and operating outside of our normal routines. That’s why an increased focus on safety is crucial. At UCOR, part of our award-winning safety…

Ryan Cannady Recognized as NSC 2022 Rising Star of Safety

For Immediate Release Contact: Chris Caldwell Christopher.Caldwell@orcc.doe.gov (804) 658-8367 Ryan Cannady Recognized as NSC 2022 Rising Star of Safety  Oak Ridge, Tenn., September 26, 2022 – The National Safety Council has named Ryan Cannady as one of 2022’s Rising Stars of Safety. Cannady is the Deputy Environmental Safety and Health Manager for United Cleanup Oak Ridge…

Diversity and inclusion are the focus of October 11 small business event

For Immediate Release Contact: Chris Caldwell Christopher.Caldwell@orcc.doe.gov (804) 658-8367 Diversity and inclusion are the focus of October 11 small business event  Oak Ridge, Tenn., September 20, 2022 – Key to creating a successful workforce is ensuring diversity and inclusion. Studies show that ethnically diverse workforces are 35% more likely to outperform their industry counterparts, while gender…

UCOR recognized as safety “Star”

For Immediate Release Contact: Chris Caldwell Christopher.Caldwell@orcc.doe.gov (804) 658-8367 UCOR recognized as safety “Star”  Oak Ridge, Tenn., September 13, 2022 – United Cleanup Oak Ridge (UCOR) has again been recognized with the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Voluntary Protection Program’s (VPP) Star of Excellence. UCOR has previously achieved the Star of Excellence four successive years (2017–2020), which…