Central to our business strategy is delivering increasingly clean energy while maintaining reliability, accessibility, and affordability for our customers. Climate resiliency demands continued investment in grid modernization and nuclear safety while balancing the need for habitat conservation, shoreline and lake management, air quality control, vegetation management, as well as storm and natural disaster preparedness.

Climate Change

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    Global Climate Change

    We're working to lower greenhouse gas emissions while while continuing to deliver reliable, affordable electricity.
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    Safety & Emergency Preparedness

    Duke Energy is committed to being a safe and reliable neighbor. That's why we put safety first in everything we do.

Grid Modernization

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    Reliability

    New grid technology can reroute power to avoid outages and speed restoration times. Advanced communication keeps you in the know.
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    Strong Grid

    We’re making the grid more resistant to outages from severe weather and protecting against physical and cyberthreats.
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    Smart Grid

    Learn how technology advancements being introduced to the energy grid will help Duke Energy serve you better.

Biodiversity & Natural Capital

Disaster Preparedness & Recovery

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    Before a Storm

    Severe weather can strike suddenly — anytime, anywhere. We prepare for storms throughout the year and encourage you to do the same.
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    Nuclear Safety

    Be familiar with this important information – part of the comprehensive emergency plans developed to help keep you and your family safe.
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    Medically Essential Program

    Learn about how we can assist customers with unique medical needs.