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CBS 17
Duke Energy has proposed a 9.3% rate increase for North Carolina customers, continuing a series of rate discussions with state regulators. This follows earlier agreements to reduce initial rate hike requests after negotiations with stakeholders.
On July 25, state leaders urged Duke to protect customers from rate hikes tied to large-scale projects like data centers. While Duke has adjusted previous proposals, the new 9.3% increase could renew regulatory scrutiny and customer opposition, complicating approval efforts.
Why it matters: The proposal underscores Duke's ongoing push to recover costs, raising stakes for regulatory negotiations and customer satisfaction in a key market.