Strengthening Community Resilience: Duke Energy Foundation Tops $19.5 Million in Disaster Readiness and Recovery Investments
The Duke Energy Foundation has invested over $19.5 million in emergency preparedness and response efforts across six states over the past five years. This funding aims to boost community safety and resilience through collaborative efforts with local leaders and nonprofits. The Foundation's approach includes providing advanced tools, customized training, and life-saving equipment to first responders.
Duke Energy volunteers have also contributed significantly, packing thousands of no-cost storm kits for seniors and donating $3.3 million in money and volunteer time. The funding has delivered immediate relief during crises and equipped first responders with essential tools. For example, a grant-funded drone recently helped locate a missing man in South Carolina.
As the 2024 storm season continues through November, Duke Energy and its Foundation remain prepared to support communities. Customers are encouraged to download the enhanced American Red Cross Emergency app for additional preparedness measures.
La Fondazione Duke Energy ha investito oltre 19,5 milioni di dollari in iniziative di preparazione e risposta alle emergenze in sei stati negli ultimi cinque anni. Questo finanziamento mira a migliorare la sicurezza e la resilienza delle comunità attraverso sforzi collaborativi con i leader locali e le organizzazioni non profit. L'approccio della Fondazione include la fornitura di strumenti avanzati, formazione personalizzata e attrezzature salvavita per i soccorritori.
I volontari di Duke Energy hanno anche contribuito in modo significativo, preparando migliaia di kit per tempeste gratuiti per gli anziani e donando 3,3 milioni di dollari in denaro e ore di volontariato. Questo finanziamento ha fornito aiuti immediati durante le crisi e ha dotato i soccorritori degli strumenti essenziali. Ad esempio, un drone finanziato da una sovvenzione ha recentemente aiutato a trovare un uomo scomparso in Carolina del Sud.
Con la stagione delle tempeste 2024 che continua fino a novembre, Duke Energy e la sua Fondazione rimangono pronti a supportare le comunità. Si invita i clienti a scaricare l'app emergenze migliorata della Croce Rossa Americana per ulteriori misure di preparazione.
La Fundación Duke Energy ha invertido más de 19,5 millones de dólares en esfuerzos de preparación y respuesta a emergencias en seis estados en los últimos cinco años. Este financiamiento tiene como objetivo aumentar la seguridad y la resiliencia de la comunidad a través de esfuerzos colaborativos con líderes locales y organizaciones sin fines de lucro. El enfoque de la Fundación incluye proporcionar herramientas avanzadas, capacitación personalizada y equipos que salvan vidas a los primeros en responder.
Los voluntarios de Duke Energy también han contribuido significativamente, empacando miles de kits de tormenta gratuitos para personas mayores y donando 3,3 millones de dólares en dinero y tiempo de voluntariado. Este financiamiento ha brindado alivio inmediato durante las crisis y ha equipado a los primeros en responder con herramientas esenciales. Por ejemplo, un dron financiado por una subvención ayudó recientemente a localizar a un hombre desaparecido en Carolina del Sur.
A medida que la temporada de tormentas 2024 continúa hasta noviembre, Duke Energy y su Fundación permanecen preparados para apoyar a las comunidades. Se anima a los clientes a descargar la mejorada aplicación de Emergencias de la Cruz Roja Americana para medidas adicionales de preparación.
듀크 에너지 재단은 지난 5년 동안 6개 주에서 비상 준비 및 대응 노력에 1950만 달러 이상을 투자했습니다. 이 자금은 지역 리더 및 비영리 단체와의 협력을 통해 지역 사회의 안전과 회복력을 강화하는 것을 목표로 하고 있습니다. 재단의 접근 방식에는 먼저 응답자에게 고급 도구, 맞춤형 교육 및 생명을 구하는 장비를 제공하는 것이 포함됩니다.
듀크 에너지 자원봉사자들도 상당한 기여를 하여, 노인을 위한 수천 개의 무료 폭풍 키트를 포장하고 330만 달러를 금전 및 자원봉사 시간으로 기부했습니다. 이 자금은 위기 동안 즉각적인 지원을 제공하고 필수 도구로 응급구조원을 지원했습니다. 예를 들어, 최근에 보조금으로 지원된 드론이 사우스캐롤라이나에서 실종된 남성을 찾는 데 도움이 되었습니다.
2024년 폭풍 시즌이 11월까지 계속됨에 따라, 듀크 에너지와 그 재단은 지역 사회를 지원할 준비가 되어 있습니다. 고객은 추가 준비 조치를 위해 개선된 미국 적십자사 비상 앱을 다운로드할 것을 권장합니다.
La Fondation Duke Energy a investi plus de 19,5 millions de dollars dans des efforts de préparation et de réponse aux urgences dans six États au cours des cinq dernières années. Cet financement vise à renforcer la sécurité et la résilience des communautés par le biais d'efforts collaboratifs avec des leaders locaux et des ONG. L'approche de la Fondation comprend la fourniture d'outils avancés, de formations personnalisées et d'équipements salvateurs pour les premiers intervenants.
Les bénévoles de Duke Energy ont également contribué de manière significative, en préparant des milliers de kits de tempête gratuits pour les personnes âgées et en faisant don de 3,3 millions de dollars en argent et en temps de bénévolat. Ce financement a permis de fournir une aide immédiate en cas de crise et d'équiper les premiers intervenants d'outils essentiels. Par exemple, un drone financé par une subvention a récemment aidé à localiser un homme disparu en Caroline du Sud.
Alors que la saison des tempêtes 2024 se poursuit jusqu'en novembre, Duke Energy et sa Fondation restent prêts à soutenir les communautés. Les clients sont encouragés à télécharger l'application d'urgence améliorée de la Croix-Rouge américaine pour des mesures supplémentaires de préparation.
Die Duke Energy Stiftung hat in den letzten fünf Jahren über 19,5 Millionen Dollar in Notfallvorbereitung und Reaktionsmaßnahmen in sechs Bundesstaaten investiert. Diese Finanzierung zielt darauf ab, die Sicherheit und Resilienz der Gemeinschaft durch gemeinsame Anstrengungen mit lokalen Führungskräften und gemeinnützigen Organisationen zu verbessern. Der Ansatz der Stiftung umfasst die Bereitstellung von fortschrittlichen Tools, maßgeschneiderten Schulungen und lebensrettenden Geräten für Ersthelfer.
Die Freiwilligen von Duke Energy haben ebenfalls erheblich beigetragen, indem sie Tausende kostenloser Sturm-Kits für Senioren gepackt und 3,3 Millionen Dollar in Geld und Ehrenamtlichen gespendet haben. Diese Finanzierung hat sofortige Hilfe in Krisensituationen geleistet und Ersthelfer mit wichtigen Werkzeugen ausgestattet. Zum Beispiel hat eine durch ein Stipendium finanzierte Drohne kürzlich geholfen, einen vermissten Mann in South Carolina zu finden.
Da die Sturm-Saison 2024 bis November andauert, bleibt Duke Energy und seine Stiftung bereit, die Gemeinschaften zu unterstützen. Kunden werden ermutigt, die verbesserte Notfall-App des American Red Cross herunterzuladen, um zusätzliche Vorbereitungsmaßnahmen zu treffen.
- Duke Energy Foundation invested $19.5 million in emergency preparedness across six states
- Duke Energy employees contributed $3.3 million in money and volunteer time
- Grant-funded drone successfully helped locate a missing person in South Carolina
- Foundation's approach includes providing advanced tools and training to first responders
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Duke Energy Foundation's $19.5 million investment in disaster preparedness over five years demonstrates a significant commitment to community resilience. This proactive approach aligns with best practices in corporate social responsibility (CSR) and can positively impact Duke Energy's reputation and stakeholder relationships.
The foundation's collaborative strategy, working with local organizations, enhances the effectiveness of these investments. By providing advanced tools and training to first responders, the company is contributing to tangible improvements in emergency response capabilities, as evidenced by the drone-assisted rescue in South Carolina.
From an investor perspective, this long-term investment in community infrastructure can mitigate potential risks associated with natural disasters in Duke Energy's service areas. It may lead to faster recovery times and reduced service interruptions following severe weather events, potentially protecting revenue streams and reducing recovery costs.
While this news is positive for Duke Energy's ESG profile, it's important to note that the
Advanced tools, customized training and life-saving equipment boost community safety and resiliency during ongoing storm season and beyond
CHARLOTTE, NC / ACCESSWIRE / September 30, 2024 / Just as Duke Energy makes extensive preparations ahead of severe weather and other emergencies, Duke Energy Foundation is committed to helping ensure its communities are well prepared before disaster strikes.
During the past five years, Duke Energy Foundation has invested over
"By supporting local organizations on the front lines of disaster preparation and response, we help build community infrastructure and readiness to respond to a myriad of emergencies," said Amy Strecker, president, Duke Energy Foundation. "We're committed to standing with our communities every step of the way - from proactive planning to response and recovery."
Duke Energy volunteers also joined in the preparations, packing thousands of no-cost storm kits for seniors and contributing
Funding from Duke Energy Foundation has delivered immediate relief in times of crisis and equipped first responders with advanced tools, customized training and life-saving equipment to boost community safety and resilience. Earlier this year, a grant-funded drone helped locate a missing South Carolina man.
"The grant from the Duke Energy Foundation enabled us to bring in top-of-the-line drones and equipment," said Gus Ballard, manager of drone operations at Spartanburg County Emergency Services. "Since then, our performance has steadily improved thanks to the advanced capabilities and reliability of the equipment. This impacts not only our operations within the county, but throughout South Carolina and surrounding states where we assist other agencies."
As the 2024 storm season continues through November, Duke Energy and its Foundation stand ready to respond and support its communities. Additionally, customers are encouraged to download the enhanced American Red Cross Emergency app.
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