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Ohio homeowners gain from selling solar renewable energy certificates
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Apr 2, 2025
Homeowners in Ohio considering solar energy have an opportunity to earn through Solar Renewable Energy Certificates (SRECs).
Homeowners' common questions on solar battery storage addressed
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Apr 2, 2025
As the adoption of solar energy and battery storage systems grows among homeowners, questions continue to arise about system flexibility, grid independence, and battery expansion.
Duke Energy advises preparedness as storms threaten Indiana region
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Apr 2, 2025
Duke Energy is closely watching weather forecasts as severe weather is expected to hit its service areas in Indiana today.
Harry Sideris becomes CEO of Duke Energy, joining the board of directors
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Apr 1, 2025
Duke Energy announced that Harry Sideris has taken on the role of chief executive officer and joined the company's board of directors.
Duke Energy urges public to dial 811 before digging projects for safety
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Apr 1, 2025
In recognition of National Safe Digging Month this April, Duke Energy and its subsidiary Piedmont Natural Gas are stressing the need to contact 811 before initiating any digging projects.
Duke Energy's Oconee Nuclear Station gets 20-year license extension approval
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Mar 31, 2025
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has approved an extension of the operating licenses for Oconee Nuclear Station, a key facility operated by Duke Energy in Seneca, South Carolina.
Duke Energy pledges $1,000 to fund each time Tampa Bay Rays win a game
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Mar 28, 2025
Duke Energy, alongside its foundation, announced on the Tampa Bay Rays' Opening Day, a financial initiative to support Florida customers during the 2025 baseball season.
Duke Energy Florida donates $75,000 to Habitat for Humanity affiliates
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Mar 27, 2025
Duke Energy Florida and its foundation have announced a donation of $75,000 to Habitat for Humanity organizations in the state.
Duke Energy offers free home energy makeovers for West Terre Haute residents
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Mar 26, 2025
Approximately 1,000 Duke Energy customers in West Terre Haute, Indiana, are set to benefit from a free home energy makeover provided by the company.
Ohio's Electric Cooperatives announce winners of 2025 scholarship competitions
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Mar 21, 2025
Ohio’s Electric Cooperatives have announced the winners of the 2025 Louise Freeland and Ohio Line Supervisors Association (OLSA) scholarship competitions.
Duke Energy invests $600K in NC community colleges for workforce development
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Mar 20, 2025
Duke Energy Foundation has announced a $600,000 investment in North Carolina's community colleges to support workforce development.
FirstEnergy improves power system reliability with cable replacement in Cranberry Township
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Mar 20, 2025
FirstEnergy Pennsylvania Electric Company (FE PA), operating as Penn Power, is undertaking a project to replace underground cables and associated equipment in a residential neighborhood of Butler County.
Duke Energy allocates $500K for South Carolina disaster preparedness grants
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Mar 19, 2025
South Carolina agencies and nonprofits are invited to apply for grants up to $20,000 from the Duke Energy Foundation's 2025 Helping Emergency Response Organizations (HERO) Grant Program.
Duke Energy Florida lineworkers win top honors at state rodeo
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Mar 19, 2025
Duke Energy Florida lineworkers excelled at the 2025 Florida Lineman’s Rodeo, securing top awards and a chance to compete in the International Lineman’s Rodeo this fall.
Duke Energy launches new programs for electric vehicle incentives in Florida
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Mar 18, 2025
Duke Energy Florida has introduced three new programs aimed at providing residential and business customers with more options related to electric vehicles (EVs).
Duke Energy awards grants to tackle affordable child care issues in Indiana
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Mar 18, 2025
Duke Energy Foundation and the Indiana Economic Development Association Foundation are jointly providing $150,000 in grants to four organizations in Indiana.
Duke Energy seeks public input on recreation at Catawba-Wateree lakes
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Mar 18, 2025
Duke Energy has initiated a Recreation Use and Needs Study along the Catawba-Wateree River basin, where it operates 11 lakes.
FirstEnergy continues storm recovery efforts after severe weather causes widespread outages
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Mar 17, 2025
Power has been restored to nearly 261,000 of the approximately 311,000 FirstEnergy Corp. customers who experienced outages following severe storms that impacted the company's service area on Sunday.
Natural Gas Utility Workers' Day highlights contributions of energy employees
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Mar 17, 2025
Duke Energy and Piedmont Natural Gas are recognizing the efforts of natural gas employees on March 18, 2025, marking the 10th annual Natural Gas Utility Workers’ Day.
Duke Energy promotes program rewarding customers for reducing electricity use during high demand
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Mar 13, 2025
Duke Energy Florida is drawing attention to its EnergyWise Home program as summer approaches, offering customers the opportunity to earn up to $141 in annual bill credits.