News Releases

Duke Energy Indiana has completed upgrades to three hydroelectric turbines, generators and other equipment at its Markland Hydroelectric Station near Florence, Ind., increasing the facility’s clean, renewable energy output by about 10% and bolstering its ability to reliably serve customers for the next 40 years.

Duke Energy today celebrates national Arbor Day by awarding a $100,000 grant to PowerPlantSC – an initiative by the South Carolina Floodwater Commission and the S.C. Tree Farm Committee to help communities plant trees to create greater resiliency strategies in the state.

The Arbor Day Foundation has recognized Duke Energy Florida for its tree care practices by naming the company a “Tree Line USA” utility for the 16th year in a row.

Duke Energy Sustainable Solutions, a nonregulated commercial brand of Duke Energy, today announced the start of construction of the 120-megawatt Jackpot Solar project in Twin Falls County, Idaho.

Duke Energy today announced its investment in two projects to convert landfill gas from two North Carolina landfills into renewable natural gas.

Purdue University and Duke Energy announced today that they plan to jointly explore the feasibility of using advanced nuclear energy to meet the campus community’s long-term energy needs.

Duke Energy had its best year ever for adding renewable energy as the company posted a 20% jump in wind and solar power in 2021.

The Charlotte Area Transit System, together with the City of Charlotte and eTransEnergy, held an event today celebrating the launch of its Battery Electric Bus pilot program.

On Earth Day, the Duke Energy Foundation is awarding $100,000 in grants to organizations that maintain critical access to parks and trails across South Carolina, ensuring future generations enjoy the immeasurable benefits of the natural resources of the Palmetto State.

Indiana First Lady Janet Holcomb, along with Indiana Department of Natural Resources Director Dan Bortner and Indiana Natural Resources Foundation Executive Director Jody Kress, today joined Duke Energy Indiana State President Stan Pinegar and company employees to plant 5,000 trees at Ravinia State Forest in Morgan County.