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Camp Lejeune Begins Operating 11-MW Battery Project
An 11-MW battery project at Marine Corps Base (MCB) Camp Lejeune has begun operation and is the largest battery system in North Carolina.
Wendy’s Florida Restaurants Add Solar Power
The Wendy’s Company announced that seven restaurants in the Central Florida area are sourcing renewable energy from Duke Energy Florida’s Clean Energy Connection program.
Duke Energy Expands Net Zero Goals
Duke Energy is taking a series of steps toward action on climate change including an expansion of its net 2050 zero goals.
Wind Farm to Power T-Mobile Now Operational
A 182 MW wind project that will provide power to T-Mobile is now commercially operational in Nolan County, Texas.
Duke Energy to Triple Renewable Energy, Reduce Carbon Emissions
Duke Energy plans to triple the amount of renewable energy it produces from company power plants and to reduce carbon emissions by the end of the decade. The company also launched Duke Energy Sustainable Solutions to unify the products and services offered by several of its subsidiaries.
Wells Fargo Expands Solar in North Carolina
Wells Fargo announced a 20-year renewable energy purchase agreement for 100% of solar energy produced by the 58 MW Blackburn Solar project in Catawba County, North Carolina. The transaction is Wells Fargo’s single largest to date and will supply approximately 8% of the company’s annual global electricity.
AT&T and Ball to receive wind power from new Okla. facility
A 350 MW wind project that will provide power to AT&T and Ball Corporation is now commercially operational in Kay County, Okla.
Six US utilities join together to create interstate EV charging highway
A group of six major utilities announced March 2 a new coalition that will focus on creating a network of electric vehicle charging stations across major highways in the South, Midwest, Gulf, and Central Plains regions.
Duke Energy launches eTransEnergy to help transition to EVs
Duke Energy announced on Feb. 1 the creation of eTransEnergy, a wholly owned subsidiary that will provide unregulated services to assist school districts, transit services, and companies across the country achieve their economic and sustainability goals as they transition to clean energy transportation options.
Firestone Walker Brewing completes large on-site solar array
Firestone Walker Brewing Company announced on Jan. 13 that it has completed one of the largest on-site solar installations in craft beer: a 2.1-MW array and 281-kW solar carport on 9.7 acres near its main brewery in Paso Robles, California.
Clemson University joins federally-funded hydrogen research team
Clemson University is teaming up with Siemens Energy and Duke Energy on a federally-funded research project looking into the use of hydrogen for energy storage and low- to no-carbon fuel.
W. M. Keck Observatory completes the largest solar installation at world's highest altitude
The W.M. Keck Observatory, a facility that features two telescopes on the summit of Mauna Kea in Hawaii, announced Dec. 10 that it has completed the installation of the world’s largest commercial solar system at the highest altitude.
Beyond the Meter Podcast - Episode 13: ESG Investing & Innovative Financing Models
Environmental, Social, and Governance factors (ESG's) refer to a set of standards that socially conscious investors use to screen potential investments. ESG's are increasing in importance and many companies are looking to ESGs to guide sustainability decisions and to prove their sustainability commitment to customers and stakeholders. Join us for this episode of Beyond the Meter as Cari Boyce, Katherine Neebe, and Doug Esamann join host John Failla to discuss the steps Duke Energy has taken and continues to take in the adoption and implementation of ESGs in moving toward its sustainability goals.
The Energy Resiliency Spectrum
Want to learn how to value backup power, microgrids, and other solutions that help mitigate risks and costs of grid downtime? Download "The Energy Resiliency Spectrum," provided by REC Solar|Duke Energy Renewables. Learn about factors to consider to prioritize resiliency investments and lower the impact of electric grid outages.
Smart Energy Voices Podcast - Episode 13: The Future of Utility Energy Services with Robert Vary
Many market trends today revolve around resiliency, sustainability, and reduction in carbon emissions. These are all at the forefront of customer's minds and are driven by their own corporate ESG goals. In this episode of Smart Energy Voices, Robert Vary, Senior Vice President Sales & Relationship Management, Duke Energy, discusses energy solutions that allow customers to conserve their own capital while providing subscription payments that allow customers to have a predictable budget on what they spend on energy efficiency.
DE Forum Video: The Future of Utility Energy Services
We begin our series of video presentations from the recent Distributed Energy Forum with "The Future of Utility Energy Services," featuring a conversation with Robert Vary, Senior Vice President of Sales and Relationship Management for Duke Energy and Smart Energy Decisions' John Failla. As Duke Energy commits to becoming more customer-focused, Vary discusses trends driving today's energy markets in terms of resiliency and sustainability, as well as how their approach to dealing with large power customers has evolved.
Beyond the Meter Podcast - Episode 11: Evolving Energy Strategies In Higher Ed - What's Next?
Institutes of higher education are large consumers of energy. From the lights and heat that are needed to keep students and faculty comfortable enough to learn effectively, to the equipment, technology, and staff required to keep things running, the expense is enormous. In this episode of Beyond the Meter, three guests from the realm of higher education join John for a frank conversation about the overall challenges faced by institutions of higher learning when it comes to renewable energy.
Fort Bragg to host Southeast's largest floating solar plant
The U.S. Army base at Fort Bragg, N.C., will soon receive the Southeast's largest floating solar plant as part of a $36 million Utility Energy Service Contract (UESC).
U.S. Marine Corps awards $41M contract for energy upgrades
The Naval Facilities Command Mid-Atlantic announced Sept. 10 that they awarded a $41 million utility energy savings contract for energy efficiency, resiliency, reliability and cybersecurity upgrades to the United States Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point.
Duke Univ. sources 101 MW of solar power through utility program
Duke University announced Sept. 15 that they entered into a renewable power agreement for 101 MW of solar power from three solar facilities in North Carolina.
Beyond the Meter Podcast - Episode 8: Resiliency in Healthcare with Eric Bennet
Hurricane Katrina and Superstorm Sandy were each crisis situation in their own right. One of the sectors impacted that brought the issue of power resilience to the forefront was healthcare. It’s easy to see how life and death are on the line when power outages or disruptions impact a care facility. Join host John Failla as he speaks with Eric Bennett of Duke Energy and Matt Stiene of Novant Healthcare as they discuss the current state of resiliency in healthcare systems, the challenges faced in becoming more resilient, and what the future may hold.
Beyond the Meter - Episode 9: Resiliency and Technology in Cities
Most of us live day to day in our city of choice without giving much thought to the infrastructure and services that living in the city provides. But when a natural disaster or outage happens, we immediately recognize that vitally important things were going on behind the scenes that we benefit from directly. This episode of Beyond the Meter highlights the steps the city of Greensboro, NC has taken to begin its “Smart City” initiative, including several renewable energy approaches. You’ll enjoy hearing from three officials from the city of Greensboro and how their varied roles provide unique looks at the challenges of becoming a Smart City.
Fort Bragg plans energy improvements, solar installation
The U.S. Army announced Sept. 3 that it will be implementing power generation and facility efficiency improvements at Fort Bragg through a utility energy service contract.
Bank of America completes long-term agreements for 10 solar projects
Bank of America announced June 29 a sweeping package of 10 new solar agreements totaling 200 MW that will provide over 340,000 MWh of clean energy annually and cover 100% of the electricity requirements in the Carolinas and Texas, which accounts for nearly 21% of the bank’s U.S. electricity use.
Smithfield Foods to supply Duke Energy with RNG from manufacturing
Smithfield Foods entered into a partnership with a local utility to produce renewable natural gas from the wastewater treatment system at their Tar Heel, N.C., pork processing facility, which will then be used to power the local area.
Beyond the Meter Podcast - Episode 5: How Energy Providers Like Duke Are Leading the Way
As one of the largest energy providers in the United States, Duke Energy might be expected to see the renewable energy movement as a threat. On the contrary, Duke leadership sees the opportunity in growing its portfolio of renewable energy assets. Listen to this episode to learn how energy providers like Duke are positioning themselves to serve customer needs through renewable energy.
Florida A&M approves 75MW solar project
Florida A&M University approved a 25-year lease agreement that could add 74.9 MW of renewable power to the grid at the university's Brooksville Agricultural and Environmental Research Station.
Golden State Foods goes electric
Golden State Foods (GSF), a supplier to the foodservice and retail industries, will participate in Duke Energy’s electrification project, installing a total of 32 electric power outlets to help trucks at its distribution center in Wake County,
Utility Roundup: Duke Energy, PPL Corp. announce moves
Duke Energy announced that it has renewed a long-term PPA with Craven County Wood Energy, while PPL Corporation announced a goal to cut the company's carbon dioxide emissions 70% from 2010 levels by 2050.
NextEra Energy is Fortune’s “Most Admired” Utility
NextEra Energy topped the list of Fortune’s “The World’s Most Admired Companies” among electric and gas utilities. Dominion Energy ranked second, with Sempra Energy, Xcel Energy, and Duke Energy rounding out the top five
