Why rush the NextEra-Dominion merger? Quick legislative action needed.

By: Frank Knapp

Outlets: South Carolina Daily Gazette

Published: August 25, 2026

Words: 775

Last Updated: 2 days, 1 hour ago

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When multi-state utility giants assemble at the negotiating table, South Carolina small businesses and everyday customers usually wind up with the short end of the stick.

That is precisely why the push by Dominion Energy and NextEra Energy to jam their proposed merger through our SC Public Service Commission on an expedited timeline should raise red flags across the state.

Why is South Carolina rushing this process? The plain answer is that the six-month …

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