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As Duke Energy continues modernizing its power plants, Riverbend demolition begins

Published on November 4, 2013 | News Release

MOUNT HOLLY, N.C. -Duke Energy will begin demolishing parts of the Riverbend Steam Station this fall as part of the company’s fleet modernization efforts.The company retired the four coal-fired units in April 2013, two years ahead of schedule.Duke ...

Duke Energy Foundation awards $50,000 to Ohio River Greenway project

Published on October 31, 2013 | News Release

PLAINFIELD, IND. -The Duke Energy Foundation has awarded a $50,000 grant to the Ohio River Greenway Commission to help complete the design for the final segments of the 7.5 mile recreational path.When complete, the greenway will connect the ...

Duke Energy Carolinas moves forward with possible new generation in South Carolina

Published on October 25, 2013 | News Release

GREENVILLE, S.C. -Duke Energy Carolinas on Thursday filed an application for a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Convenience and Necessity (CECPCN) with the Public Service Commission of South Carolina (PSCSC) seeking approval to ...

Duke Energy approves seven habitat enhancement grants totaling $109,000

Published on October 23, 2013 | News Release

GLENVILLE, N.C. -Duke Energy has approved the funding of seven riparian (streamside) habitat enhancement projects in the watersheds and tailwaters of its Nantahala area hydroelectric projects.Grant funds total $109,057 and matching and in-kind funds ...

Duke Energy apprentice wins best in the world at International Lineman's Rodeo

Published on October 23, 2013 | News Release

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -Duke Energy apprentice Joe Hyrkas proved he is best in the world at the International Lineman’s Rodeo Oct. 19 in Bonner Springs, Kan.Hyrkas, based in Huntington, Ind., also won first place in the apprentice written test and top ...

Duke Energy declares quarterly dividend

Published on October 22, 2013 | News Release

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -Duke Energy has declared a quarterly cash dividend on its common stock of $0.78 per share. The dividend is payable on Dec. 16, 2013, to shareholders of record at the close of business Nov. 15, 2013.This is the 87th consecutive year ...

Take a stake to Energy Vampires

Published on October 22, 2013 | News Release

ST. PETERSBURG, FLA. - Here’s something sure to get your blood boiling: Even when they aren’t switched to the “on” position, energy vampires – TVs, laptops, cellphones, chargers and even coffee makers – are slowly draining electricity and money from your...

Duke Energy begins reinforcement work at Linville Dam

Published on October 22, 2013 | News Release

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -Duke Energy has begun initial preparations to reinforce the Linville Dam on Lake James.The company has already completed similar work on Paddy Creek and Catawba dams.The reinforcement program is required by FERC to increase the ...

Duke Energy provides energy makeovers at no cost for eligible residents in Ovied

Published on October 9, 2013 | News Release

ST. PETERSBURG, FLA. - More than 440 low-income customers in Oviedo, Fla., will soon receive a much-needed boost from Duke Energy. Through the company's innovative Neighborhood Energy Saver program, the homes and apartments of qualified customers will...

Sixty Duke Energy line technicians to compete against the best in the world at International Lineman's Rodeo Oct. 19

Published on October 7, 2013 | News Release

CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Sixty Duke Energy technicians will compete in the International Lineman’s Rodeo Oct. 19 at the National Agricultural Hall of Fame in Bonner Springs, Kan. Now in its 30th year, the rodeo attracts the best linemen from around the world...