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South Carolina approves Duke Energy merger promising billions in customer savings.

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30 Apr 2026
PRNewsWire
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The Public Service Commission of South Carolina has approved Duke Energy's merger of its Carolinas utilities, Duke Energy Carolinas and Duke Energy Progress, aiming to deliver billions in long-term customer savings. The merger is expected to reduce operating and capital costs, with guaranteed savings tracked over 14 years and backed by shareholder commitments. The combined utility will operate more efficiently, supporting economic growth and lower energy prices. The North Carolina Utilities Commission's approval is still pending, with a final decision expected in Q2 2026 and a targeted merger date of January 1, 2027.

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