Yep, there are approximately 480 of us total.
This came out of nowhere and caught everyone completely by surprise. Worst case scenario we were thinking was we would abandon Unit 3 and complete Unit 2. This was also the path that the board was wanting to pursue; until Santee Cooper voted to abandon both units. Economically, we could have completed a single unit, which would have kept most employees in their positions, but not by ourselves.
Talking with a friend and coworker last night, the worst part is you feel like you accomplished nothing. I've been a part of the project for almost 6 years, and we leave behind a legacy of failure and locals who are angry over their electric bill and the fact they don't get a refund for what they've paid into.
It sucks, but life works out that way sometimes. Back on the market and on to the next adventure.
