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Fourth major Duke Energy solar facility begins construction in N.C.

Published on July 20, 2015

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -Construction has started at Duke Energy's solar facility at the Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune in Onslow County, N.C.The 13-megawatt (AC) project is Duke Energy's first solar facility at a military base. Covering 100 acres, the ...

Coal ash management progress: Duke Energy selects EPRI to launch coal ash recycling technology and market study

Published on July 16, 2015

CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Delivering on the company's commitment to safely reuse more coal ash, Duke Energy today announced that the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) will conduct a comprehensive study of the coal ash recycling market and available...

Visible progress toward ending the coal era in Wilmington, N.C.

Published on July 7, 2015

WILMINGTON, N.C. -For more than 40 years, the two red-and-white striped smokestacks at Duke Energy's L.V. Sutton Plant have served as a distinguishing landmark on the Wilmington landscape. In the coming weeks, the company will celebrate the plant's ...

Duke Energy increases quarterly dividend payment by approximately 4 percent; future annual dividend growth expected to track long-term growth in adjusted diluted earnings per share

Published on July 7, 2015

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -Duke Energy today declared a quarterly cash dividend on its common stock of $0.825 per share, an increase of $0.03 per share, or 3.8 percent. This is double the rate at which the dividend has grown annually since 2010.

Be aware and focus on safety this summer season while enjoying area lakes

Published on July 2, 2015

CHARLOTTE, N.C. - The summer season is in full swing and visitors to area lakes continue to increase, especially with the July 4th weekend approaching. Duke Energy encourages those enjoying water activities to remain vigilant and put safety first. "We...

Duke Energy offers energy-saving suggestions to avoid getting hot under the collar this summer

Published on July 1, 2015

CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Hot weather can lead to higher energy bills as customers try and stay cool this summer. Duke Energy would like to offer some suggestions for managing these costs. To help customers prepare, Duke Energy offers assistance programs,...

Duke Energy to announce second quarter 2015 earnings Aug. 6

Published on July 1, 2015

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -Duke Energy will release its second quarter 2015 earnings results at 7 a.m. ET on Thursday, Aug. 6.An earnings conference call for analysts is scheduled for 10 a.m. ET that day to discuss Duke Energy's financial performance for the ...

Distinguished Duke Energy leader, Paul Newton, to retire in August

Published on June 30, 2015

RALEIGH, N.C. -Paul Newton, Duke Energy state president - North Carolina, will retire from the company on Aug. 31, 2015. Paul is highly respected for his extensive industry knowledge and his commitment to doing whats right for employees and ...

Safe Basin Closure Update: Duke Energy proposes full excavation of 12 additional coal ash basins in North Carolina

Published on June 23, 2015

CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Building on the momentum of coal ash excavation work already underway at several Carolinas sites, Duke Energy today recommended full excavation of an additional 12 coal ash basins in North Carolina.

Duke Energy Progress proposes lower overall rates for NC customers

Published on June 19, 2015

CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Duke Energy Progress' North Carolina customers will see greater savings on their energy costs in 2016 if the company's annual filings receive approval from the North Carolina Utilities Commission (NCUC). Electric rates would decrease...