Duke Energy doubles down in the Carolinas: What consumers stand to lose—and gain

By: Jackson Ewing

Outlets: North Carolina Newsline

Published: May 12, 2026

Words: 705

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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The Duke Energy Carolinas/Duke Energy Progress merger, approved by North and South Carolina regulators on May 1, may appear to be routine corporate restructuring. In practice, it could shape the future of electricity in the region. The merger raises concerns about market power, consumer price impacts, and regulatory flexibility across diverse territories. At the same time, it offers pathways to cost savings and system efficiencies that are increasingly important in an era of rising demand …

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