Heat or Profit Behind Rising Bills | Durham News

Summer heat is driving up electricity bills in the Triangle, but it’s not just the weather—Duke Energy’s profit motives and infrastructure spending are also fueling the cost spike. Critics argue that even with unchanged usage, rates could jump by 2025 due to fossil fuel interests and monopoly control. Duke’s latest rate hike request, now scaled back, could add nearly $10 monthly starting January—with another increase later. Meanwhile, they’re pushing energy-saving tips: crank up your AC, close blinds, and avoid heat-generating appliances during peak hours. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/12edc6299d2d5bab