Duke Energy urges North Carolina and South Carolina customers to reduce electric usage

CHARLOTTE, N.C., June 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As high temperatures increase, Duke Energy is urging customers in the Carolinas to reduce their energy use during periods of peak demand today, June 23 from 3-8 p.m. to help lessen the energy demand on the power grid and reduce the potential of isolated power outages.As we continue to manage available power supplies, protect the grid and maintain normal operations, here are some simple ways customers can help: At home, raise the temperature to the highest comfo ...