News Releases

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)...

Duke Energy appeals fine issued by North Carolina environmental regulators

Published on April 9, 2015

CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Duke Energy today appealed an unprecedented fine issued by the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources (NC DENR), arguing, among other things, that actions already taken by the company make the penalty unnecessary...