Government Awards and Honors
2011 Awards
Reid Peterson, Jim Buelt and Yasuo Onishi Recognized by Office of Nuclear Energy for Fukushima contributions
Reid, Jim and Yasuo have been recognized by DOE-NE Assistant Secretary Peter Lyons for their efforts in support of DOE's response and assistance to the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant incident in Japan.
In letters presented to the three staff members, Lyons praised their work on several tasks, including assistance to improve the flow and integration of data from the plant, support to DOE's Emergency Operations Center, and helping to ensure efficient coordination of national laboratory capabilities. Lyons noted DOE's response to the incident is an example of how DOE and staff can quickly come together to help address an international challenge.
The National Security Directorate's Burt Johnson and Bruce Reid also were recognized by Lyons. (announced 9/1/2011)