Duke Energy names Katherine Neebe as chief communications officer

Core Points - Duke Energy has appointed Katherine Neebe as the new Chief Communications Officer, effective February 24, 2025, succeeding Oscar Suris who will transition to a senior advisor role [1][2] - Neebe emphasizes the importance of corporate communications in advancing Duke Energy's energy modernization strategy to meet evolving community energy needs [2] - Under Suris, Duke Energy's Corporate Communications was reorganized into an integrated communications, public affairs, and brand marketing organization, enhancing both external storytelling and internal communications [2][3] Company Overview - Duke Energy is a Fortune 150 company based in Charlotte, N.C., serving 8.4 million electric customers across several states and owning 54,800 megawatts of energy capacity [7] - The company also provides natural gas services to 1.7 million customers in multiple states [7] - Duke Energy is focused on an ambitious energy transition, investing in electric grid upgrades and cleaner energy generation methods, including natural gas, nuclear, renewables, and energy storage [8] Leadership Background - Katherine Neebe previously served as the senior vice president and chief sustainability officer at Duke Energy, overseeing sustainability initiatives and managing over $30 million in annual philanthropic investments [5] - Neebe has a strong background in corporate strategy and stakeholder engagement, with experience at Fortune 100 companies and organizations like the World Wildlife Fund [4][6]