Recognition cites quality tree care, including proper pruning and training in accordance with industry standards Program promotes safe, reliable electric service and abundant, healthy trees Since 2017, the company has given away more than 13,000 trees to help customers conserve energy and maximize environmental benefits through strategic tree planting ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., April 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Arbor Day Foundation has recognized Duke Energy Florida for its tree care practices by naming the c ...

Duke Energy (DUK) closed the latest trading day at $95.93, indicating a +1.51% change from the previous session's end. This change outpaced the S&P 500's 0.22% loss on the day. At the same time, the Dow added 0.06%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq lost 0.52%.The electric utility's shares have seen a decrease of 0.95% over the last month, surpassing the Utilities sector's loss of 7.82% and the S&P 500's loss of 1.66%.The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of Duke Energy in its forthcom ...

On April 18, Duke Energy celebrates the men and women who keep the lights on for customers every day Lineworkers play a critical role in the clean energy transition and building the grid of the future Over the past seven years, Duke Energy and its Foundation have invested nearly $4 million to strengthen its lineworker talent pipeline CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- When the lights go out – whether it is from severe weather, vehicle accidents or animal interference – lineworkers respond by ...

During storm season, additional Duke Energy crews may be on the roads to repair damaged power lines or infrastructure Speeding and distracted driving are the leading contributing factors in vehicle accidents National Work Zone Awareness Week is April 15-19 CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As the start of the 2024 storm season approaches, Duke Energy reminds the public that crews and other utility personnel often work along roadways maintaining and repairing power lines and other utility inf ...

National Lineworker Appreciation Day, April 18, recognizes the men and women who power the lives of millions across the country More than $1.8 million invested in college lineworker programs to strengthen the talent pipeline in Florida ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As the energy industry continues to evolve, one thing remains: The job of a lineworker is critical to the safe and efficient delivery of power for customers now and into the future. On April 18, Duke Energy recognizes Nat ...

Duke Energy Corp. (DUK) is set to administer its application, PowerPair, for installing residential solar power generation with battery energy storage for its customers in North Carolina. PowerPair is a new incentive-based pilot program offered to DUK’s customers in Duke Energy Carolinas and Duke Energy Progress service areas.Duke Energy has developed PowerPair in partnership with several stakeholder groups under the guidance of the North Carolina Utility Commission.Benefits of the ProgramThis one-time ince ...

If approved, the company's rate reduction request will reduce a typical residential customer bill of 1,000 kWh by almost $6 The proposed reduction is in addition to a bill rate decrease of about $11 that began in January ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the second time this year, a typical Duke Energy Florida customer will see lower electric bills, this time because of a rate reduction the company is proposing to begin in June to reflect anticipated lower fuel prices. The company fi ...

Customers could receive up to $9,000 as a one-time incentive to help lower the cost of installing solar and battery storage Programs explore new ways to help manage low carbon grids of the future  CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK) is implementing PowerPairSM, a new incentive-based pilot program for installing home solar generation with battery energy storage in its Duke Energy Carolinas and Duke Energy Progress service areas in North Carolina. The company received appr ...

Electric grid security and investments to serve a growing state are also key parts of the request Voluntary 'time-of-use' rates proposed to help manage customer bills PLAINFIELD, Ind., April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A modernized electric grid more resistant to power outages, hundreds of miles of new power lines, environmental responsibilities, increased electric grid security and new systems for customer convenience are some of the key parts of Duke Energy's Indiana rate request submitted to state utility ...

Company also filed new proposed energy efficiency programs ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Duke Energy Florida filed for new base rates with the Florida Public Service Commission (FPSC). The company stated it would also reduce rates by filing a fuel mid-course adjustment. Additionally, the company requested approval of new cost-effective energy efficiency goals and programs, which will help customers save on energy bills. Base Rates The base rate filing proposes smart investmen ...