News Releases

Duke Energy is monitoring forecasts and preparing for a cold snap next week across the Carolinas. Temperatures could dip to the single digits in some areas. We’re here to help our customers take control of their energy use and save money through no-cost, low-cost energy efficiency tips.

Duke Energy has made proposals to the North Carolina Utilities Commission and the Public Service Commission of South Carolina to help customers in both states to receive the benefits of solar energy without the commitment and expense of installing and maintaining rooftop panels.

Duke Energy is monitoring forecasts and preparing for a winter storm, including the potential for snow and ice, that could cause power outages in some areas. We encourage customers to prepare for a potential outage during the anticipated extremely cold weather.

Duke Energy Carolinas customers in North Carolina will see their electric rates fall starting Jan. 1 as part of an annual adjustment for the cost of fuel used to generate electricity at its power plants, along with other rider adjustments.

In the spirit of giving and to encourage sharing warmth with neighbors, the mayors of Charlotte, Fayetteville, Greensboro and Wilmington, N.C.; Greenville, S.C.; and Nashville, Tenn., have proclaimed Dec. 12, 2024, as “Share the Warmth Day” in their respective cities.

Piedmont Natural Gas earned the No. 1 spot in customer satisfaction with residential natural gas service in the South among large utilities, according to the J.D. Power 2024 Gas Utility Residential Customer Satisfaction Study.

Starting Dec. 1, rates for Duke Energy Progress residential customers in North Carolina fell by 4.5% as part of an annual adjustment for the cost of fuel used to generate electricity at the utility’s power plants.

Duke Energy has supported local communities across North Carolina with over $2.2 million for disaster relief, rebuilding and readiness efforts since Hurricane Helene’s impact.

Duke Energy has commissioned its new Duke Energy + Electrada Fleet Mobility Microgrid in Mount Holly, a first-of-its-kind electrification center for commercial and public electric fleet vehicles. The project is the first of its kind in the country to offer a zero-emission, carbon-free microgrid option for fleet charging.

With more homes and businesses using natural gas for heat during the fall and winter months, Piedmont Natural Gas is encouraging customers and communities to learn the signs of a natural gas leak.