Nuclear must be an important part of the climate conversation

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Around the world, there are important conversations going on regarding carbon emissions. Countries, companies, and communities are all looking for solutions that move us toward a lower-carbon future.

As energy providers, we have an important role to play, and I’m pleased that utilities in the United States have already made solid progress on carbon emissions. At Duke Energy, we have reduced our carbon emissions by 31% since 2005, which meets or exceeds the standards of the former Clean Power Plan and the 2025 U.S. commitment to the Paris Agreement.

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