Low temperatures drive higher energy use; Duke Energy is here to help with ways to manage your bill

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Prolonged below-normal temperatures are pushing home energy use higher across the Carolinas Ц and higher use can mean higher bills. Duke Energy is sharing practical steps and flexible options to help customers manage costs during this cold stretch. What's happening: The Carolinas are experiencing an unusually long stretch of cold weather, with several days of temperatures at or below freezing Ц about 10 to 20 degrees below what's typical for this time of year. ...