The September episode of Energycast focuses on some of the biggest accomplishments of Fiscal Year 2026 – from demolishing massive buildings and finding innovative ways to save millions of dollars to completing a record-breaking land transfer. Other topics covered in this month’s episode include the following:
- UCOR is taking down the Old Steam Plant at Y-12, removing hazards and clearing space for modernization.
- As Oak Ridge’s nuclear industry continues to grow, Kairos Power is launching NuCAMP, a new initiative that brings together industry, research, and education partners to train the workforce and advance nuclear manufacturing and construction.
- The National Cleanup Workshop was held in Washington, D.C. recently and featured a discussion on how environmental restoration at DOE sites supports the nation’s energy and security future.
- Oak Ridge’s historic Atomic Elks Lodge celebrated the groundbreaking of a new community enrichment center in the Scarboro community. A $2.4 million DOE grant will help fund the lodge’s renovation and expansion.
