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Duke Energy is helping North Carolina customers manage energy costs during extreme summer heat

$DUKPress releaseAug 7, 2026, 9:39 AM ETRead the release

Duke Energy is advising North Carolina customers on managing energy costs as extreme heat is forecast for the coming week, offering tools like Bill Insights and Usage Alerts. The utility noted that cooling demand was 43% above normal by early July and highlighted resources such as the Share the Light Fund for those needing financial assistance.

Key figures

Doe grant funding
$96 million
Energy capacity mw
55700
Gas customers count
1600000
Projected tax credits
$3.1 billion
Electric customers count
8700000
Cooling demand increase yoy
43%
Projected net customer savings 2040
$2.3 billion

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