Duke Energy Cites Hurricane Helene in New Rate Increases

Get ready to pay a little more to heat your home…

Beginning this month, January 2026, Duke Energy Carolinas residential customers who use more than 1,000 kilowatt-hours of electricity per month will see about a $5 increase on their bill. Another increase of 84 cents will be added starting in March, 2026.

Meanwhile, beginning February 1, 2026, Duke Energy Progress residential customers will see an increase of about $11…

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