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More families seek help with high utility bills after cold weather
4+ week, 19+ hour ago (155+ words) CHARLOTTE " More families are reaching out for help paying high utility bills after January and February's frigid weather, according to a release from Crisis Assistance Ministry. The nonprofit said it's seen a 55% increase in requests for utility assistance compared to…...
High power bills in North Carolina: Why low-income households pay more
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (131+ words) WSOC TV Save more, spend less & avoid ripoffs Inside look at law enforcement & true crime Your one-stop shop for delicious dishes Documentaries that enlighten & entertain In-depth reporting & trending stories Unseasonably warm weather leads to early spring allergy symptoms Hemp producers…...
Scam alert: Duke Energy warns against fake power outage messages
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (88+ words) CHARLOTTE " Duke Energy officials are warning about a scam targeting customers, which claims they will be impacted by scheduled power outages. These messages do not come from the utility company. Do not click on links or download attachments from businesses…...
Energy bills are on the rise. Here's why:
5+ mon, 4+ week ago (129+ words) CHARLOTTE " The United States Energy Information Administration says electric heating costs are going up an average of 4% nationwide. Contributing factors include the rise of electric cars, newer appliances pulling in more electricity, and the biggest culprit " data centers. According to…...
Carolinas energy use hits record high during heat wave
9+ mon, 2+ week ago (115+ words) CHARLOTTE " During this week's heat wave, energy usage in the Carolinas reached a record high, surpassing last summer's peak. Duke Energy reported that Tuesday's energy consumption in its Carolinas service territory broke the previous summer record set in July of…...
Bill claiming to lower energy costs by reducing some NC climate goals moves through House
10+ mon, 1+ week ago (476+ words) RALEIGH, N. C. " A bill to eliminate some of North Carolina's emission goals and change the way utilities pass on the cost of power plant construction onto customers is moving through the statehouse under a new name. Wednesday, the House Energy and…...