Duke Energy seeks rate increase for North Carolina customers

Duke Energy's proposed rate increase in North Carolina faces opposition from politicians and consumer advocates, with residential customers potentially paying significantly more on monthly bills.

First covered Aug 20, 2026 · 12:30 AM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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37d Canary Media Duke Energy deals double whammy to its poorest North Carolina customers — For the better part of the year, Duke Energy’s bid to jack up electric rates in North Carolina has been hotly contested by politicians, consumer advocates, and…

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Appeared in: 2026-08-20 (#6) · 2026-08-21 (#14)

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