NC environmentalists continue pushing back on Duke Energy rate hike

Last week, Duke Energy announced it reached a settlement with the Utilities Commission’s Public Staff.

By: Christine Zhu

Outlets: North Carolina Newsline

Published: August 11, 2026

Words: 569

Last Updated: 1 week ago

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Environmental activists and a Democratic state lawmaker are calling on Duke Energy to lower its rate hike request as the North Carolina Utilities Commission reviews its case.

Evidentiary hearings for Duke Energy Progress’ rate case start this week before the Utilities Commission, which will determine how much the company can raise residential electric rates beginning next year.

Last week, Duke Energy announced it had reached a settlement with the Utilities Commission’s Public …

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