TVA Issues Carbon-Free Energy RFP
In 2021, TVA announced an aspirational goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. As part of this initiative, TVA is issuing a request for proposal (RFP) today, for up to 5,000 MW of carbon-free and renewable energy projects with commercial operation dates ranging from 2023 through 2029.
4th Annual Nuclear Opportunities Workshop (NOW) to be Hosted by ETEC in Oak Ridge, Tennessee
The East Tennessee Economic Council (ETEC) is hosting its fourth in-person nuclear opportunities conference on Tuesday, August 2, 2022, at the Y-12 National Security Complex in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. This day-long conference will focus on supply, technical, production, and workforce-related opportunities in the nuclear industry. Registration is open and available until July 28, 2022. Panel discussion topics include advanced reactors, nuclear fuels, radioisotopes, and the workforce needed to make all of these efforts successful.
Applications for Leadership Oak Ridge Now Being Accepted
Leadership Oak Ridge (LOR) and the Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce are excited to announce that they are accepting nominations for the Leadership Oak Ridge Class of 2023. Sessions begin in August, and class size is limited. Click here to submit nominations today. Deadline for nominations is August 1, 2022.
Norwood Middle School Repeats Win of “Dream it. Do it.” Competition
With a nod to Willy Wonka, Norwood Middle School’s video featuring a golden piston earned first place in the annual Dream it. Do it. competition sponsored by the Anderson County Chamber and Consolidated Nuclear Security (CNS).
Pro2Serve Board Names Browder and DeGraff to Executive Leadership Positions
The Board of Directors of Professional Project Services, Inc. (Pro2Serve), a national security engineering and information solutions firm, today announced they have appointed Sherry Browder as Chief Executive Officer and President of the Company effective July 1st. The Pro2Serve Board has also appointed, effective July 1st, Mark DeGraff to the position of Chief Development Officer, responsible for leading new business pursuits and business development support functions.
Oak Ridge EDI Launches Economic Development Website
During yesterday’s weekly Bridge meeting the Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce unveiled its new logo and launched the Oak Ridge Economic Development Initiative’s new website.