The Carolinas are experiencing unusually hot weather with temperatures about 10 degrees above normal, reaching mid-to-upper 90s and feeling as hot as 100 to 105 degrees. This heat causes air conditioners to work harder, increasing energy consumption even if thermostat settings remain unchanged. Duke Energy provides customers with tools like Bill Insights, Usage Alerts, and Home Energy Reports to help understand and manage their energy use and costs. Additionally, programs such as free home energy assessments, bill credits for smart device enrollment, and flexible billing options are available to support customers during this period of high energy demand.
The Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLU) provides broad exposure to over 30 utilities but dilutes the impact of the AI-driven data-center boom, which is concentrated in a few companies. Southern Company, Duke Energy, and American Electric Power st...
Duke Energy Foundation awarded $180,000 in grants to nine South Carolina technical colleges to expand construction-related training and support certifications in high-demand trades. Each college received $20,000 to enhance programs like welding and e...
Duke Energy is attracting investor interest with its 2029 equity units (DUKU), which provide a higher yield through a 2.90% contract adjustment, paying $3.875 annually until conversion in August 2029. These units convert into common shares, exposing ...
