Key facts
- Duke Energy is offering energy-saving advice.
- Temperatures are forecast to reach the 90s in the Carolinas.
- High temperatures increase energy use for cooling systems.
As temperatures in the Carolinas are forecast to reach the 90s, Duke Energy is providing customers with tips to save energy and money. The increased heat is expected to cause cooling systems to run longer and consume more energy to maintain comfortable indoor temperatures. Acting on simple energy-saving measures can help reduce overall energy use during the anticipated heat wave.