North Carolinians are frustrated with rising power bills. Competition could help.

By: Jackson Ewing

Outlets: North Carolina Newsline

Published: March 25, 2026

Words: 755

Last Updated: 4 months, 1 week ago

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On March 30, frustrated North Carolinians can make their voices heard at a public hearing of the state Utilities Commission in Raleigh. The hearing follows a petition calling for an independent audit of Duke Energy’s billing practices after customers reported sharp increases in their monthly electricity bills.

The concern is not isolated. State electricity bills have risen roughly 22% since 2020, straining household budgets before even considering the additional increases utilities …

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