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Duke Energy buys 7.5% of previously announced Sabal Trail pipeline that will meet growing need for natural gas in Southeast U.S.

Published on May 5, 2015

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -Duke Energy, the nations largest electric utility, today said it has bought a 7.5-percent ownership stake in the proposed and previously announced $3-billion Sabal Trail natural gas pipeline that will traverse Alabama, Georgia and ...

Robinson Plant ash will be excavated to on-site, lined landfill

Published on April 30, 2015

GREENVILLE, S.C. - Coal ash from the Duke Energy Progress Robinson Plant in Hartsville, S.C., will be excavated and relocated to an on-site, lined landfill, completing Duke Energy's comprehensive strategy for its two South Carolina coal...

Got Duke Energy questions? Here are your answers

Published on April 29, 2015

CHARLOTTE, N.C. - If you can't get enough of facts, figures and data, Duke Energy's 2014 Sustainability Report is just what you need. The report is available online at: http://sustainabilityreport.duke-energy.com/. A comprehensive look at the company's...

Duke Energy to build fully lined coal ash landfills at Dan River and Sutton Plants

Published on April 29, 2015

Duke Energy plans to submit permits to construct fully lined on-site landfills at the Dan River Steam Station in Eden, N.C., and the Sutton Plant in Wilmington, N.C. The landfills will be located on plant property and will provide a permanent storage solution for more than 6 million tons of coal ash at the two sites.

Before digging in yard this spring, call 811 to avoid striking underground utility lines

Published on April 27, 2015

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -Spring kicks off the to-do season for outdoor projects, and Duke Energy urges customers to call 811 at least three days before they dig whether planting a tree or garden, or installing a deck or fence.

Duke Energy warns customers about bill payment scam

Published on April 24, 2015

CINCINNATI -Duke Energy is seeing an increase in reports from customers in the region about a utility bill payment scam and is urging its Ohio and Kentucky customers to be alert.

Duke Energy named one of the 20 most innovative companies

Published on April 24, 2015

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -Duke Energy has been named to Greentech Media's Grid Edge 20 -- recognizing the company as one of the most innovative firms working to architect the electric power industry's future. Companies were selected based on their contribution ...

University of Cincinnati, Thomas More College awarded $500,000 for dynamic environmental monitoring and engagement programs

Published on April 22, 2015

CINCINNATI, O.H. - A clean, diverse and thriving water ecosystem is vital to the success and strength of a region and its people. And a major financial grant announced today will help ensure that Greater Cincinnati's water supply and waterways will...

Construction ramps up at three Duke Energy solar sites in N.C.

Published on April 22, 2015

CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Additional workers are arriving and construction activities are ramping up at three Duke Energy solar facilities part of the companys $500 million commitment to solar energy in North Carolina. The previously announced facilities in...

Duke Energy, Camp Lejeune get green light for solar project

Published on April 16, 2015

CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Duke Energy received regulatory approval from the North Carolina Utilities Commission (NCUC) on Tuesday to construct a solar farm at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune in Onslow County, N.C. The 13-megawatt (AC) project 17 megawatts (DC)...