 New Sheriff in Town
Dr. David Moody | On September 7, 2010, the Department of Energy announced the selected of Dr. David Moody as the Site Manager for the Savannah River Operations Office. Dr. Moody has served as the manager for the Carlsbad Field Office for almost five years and for over 30 years at the Los Alamos National Laboratory Los Alamos, N.M. and the Rocky Flats Environmental Technology Site in Denver, Colo. When asked, who is Dave Moody, in a 2005 interview upon taking the Carlsbad Field Office manager position, he said "I have three priorities, in this order: God, family and job". Dave has South Carolina connections. He has a bachelor's degree in chemistry from the University of South Carolina. He earned his doctorate in inorganic chemistry from Indiana University.
His extensive technical and managerial expertise made a strong impression on the SRSCRO Board representative who has already met Dave. The SRSCRO looks forward to working with Dr. Moody to find ways to balance the EM mission of site cleanup with the need to increase the site's vitality and its ability to remain a key component in DOE's complex and in our regions' economy into the future.
Additionally, we would like to say "thank you" to Mr. Jack Craig for serving as the Acting Site Manager for the Savannah River Operations Office over the last several months. Jack brought a "quiet" leadership and management approach that was very successful, both for SRS and the community. Perhaps we will see more of Jack. You just never know what the future will hold. |
BRC Subcommittee Topics Include U.S. Nuclear Workforce The nation's Nuclear Workforce challenges were addressed at an August 31 Subcommittee meeting of the Blue Ribbon Commission (BRC) on America's Nuclear Future. "If nuclear generation were to continue to provide 20 percent of the nation's electricity supply, it would require the construction of between 20 and 25 new nuclear units by 2030", Ms. Carol Berrigan told the Subcommittee on Reactor and Fuel Cycle Technology. Ms. Berrigan serves as theSenior Director for Industry Infrastructure and Vice President of the Center for Energy Workforce Development with the Nuclear Energy Institute (NEI). According to NEI data, "If the industry were to construct these units, this would require between 287,200 and 359,000 man-years of labor. Once built, these plants would require 8,000 to 17,500 permanent full-time workers....."
Long lead times are required to develop the workforce needed along with consistent policies that support nuclear expansion in the U.S. Throughout the nation, including within the CSRA, education and training programs are being developed using a standard curriculum designed to meet nuclear industry needs. For more information on future workforce development, the nuclear supply chain, and other August meeting topics, visit BRC Subcommittee on Reactor and Fuel Cycle Technology. |
Express/Surplus Chemical Redeployment Program
 Past practice within the DOE complex, as well as other federal agencies, has been to handle excess and surplus chemicals through off-site contracts. These items may be surplus products, part of a process that is no longer needed, or products that cannot be used due to a project shut down. These unopened, unused products and bulk products with widespread commercial applications were seldom treated as government property in the literal sense. In order to make good use of valuable chemicals, DOE-SR and SRNS decided to start a surplus chemical redistribution or redeployment program through the SRSCRO Asset Transition Program. The program officially began in May 2009 with the initial list of excess and surplus chemicals being made available to the SRSCRO. Prior to this initial list numerous meetings and discussions were held to thoroughly investigate the regulatory and safety requirements and liability concerns associated with such a program. Currently each product is evaluated on a case-by-case basis for the specific nature of its hazard, marketability, packaging, and transportation requirements. The consequences of inappropriate action are unacceptable and fully understood by all parties. Since the program began, the SRSCRO has received authorization for 473 line items representing 3,255 different chemical products. Of this total, SRSCRO has sold 3,195 individual chemical products (447 line items). Currently, the SRSCRO has 60 products in inventory. To date, 98% of all products offered to the SRSCRO have been sold. This points out that through careful consideration, communication, proper planning, and the development of a strong network of inter-organizational support the excess/surplus chemical redeployment program at SRS is working.
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Football Science and More
When the K-12 Committee of the Nuclear Workforce Initiative (NWI) first met in March 2010, the focus was STEM - those Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematic skills needed for many careers including nuclear. These skills are important building blocks that help students expand their education and career opportunities. The great news is that countless national and regional resources are available with energizing activities to help educators and families encourage students through exploration and involvement.
The "Science of Football" is just one unique example, a 10-part video series recently launched by NBC Learn, the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the National Football League (NFL). This program is aimed at students and teachers with videos aligned to national state standards and is provided free of charge. Principles of science are used to explain how football players are able to score touchdowns, block opponents, throw a spiral pass and more.
In the CSRA, community programs provide exciting ways to explore science with lively experiences. Participate in Science Education Enrichment Day ( S.E.E.D) held at USC Aiken on October 16 to enjoy the amazement of science in action. S.E.E.D offers a day for students, parents, teachers and the community to explore the relevance of science through stimulating demonstrations and hands-on activities.
Using innovative resources to promote STEM concepts can open doors of opportunity and stimulate interests for future careers like those in demand within the nuclear industry.
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SRSCRO Spotlight |
SRSCRO Treasurer
Anne Platts Rice Executive Director of the USC Salkehatchie Leadership Institute 
Anne Rice has been a SRSCRO Board member since 2001. Anne is the Treasurer for the SRSCRO Executive Committee, as well as the Chair of the SRSCRO Finance Committee, and a member of the Nuclear Workforce Task Force. She is appointed to the SRSCRO Board by Barnwell/Allendale County Councils.
Anne has served as the Executive Director of the USC Salkehatchie Leadership Institute since its inception in August of 1998. She has been responsible for planning, developing, and implementing the programs provided by the Institute. Under her guidance, the Leadership Institute has provided a platform for community and economic development efforts in the USC Salkehatchie Region. Those efforts have resulted in over $14 million in grant funding for the Salkehatchie Region and the creation or retention of over 500 jobs. The Institute houses the Center for Business Development that has provided assistance to existing and potential businesses and the Center for Leadership Development that has provided leadership training to over 1700 youth and adults. As director, she has spearheaded the effort to create Salkehatchie Arts, a regional tourism effort to make the Salkehatchie region a tourist destination.
Other projects implemented with her guidance include the Allendale County Planning Commission, the Boys and Girls Club of Allendale County/Southern Carolina, and the Allendale Chamber of Commerce.
Anne has a Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of South Carolina and is a graduate of the S. C. Economic Developers' School and Leadership South Carolina.
Anne is married to Sam Rice and has lived in Allendale County for 43 years. They have three children and seven grandchildren. Hobbies include bridge, fishing, shrimping, and reading.
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