Duke plans to build its first small modular reactor at Belews Creek in about 10 years. A federal grant could help with that project.

Duke Energy is launching a new grant to provide a total of $500,000 to support organizations that are championing long-term recovery efforts in western North Carolina in the wake of Hurricane Helene.

Duke Energy has awarded $25,000 to the Orange County Sustainability Team with the purpose of supporting the county’s Climate Action Plan.

Faced with Helene’s deluge, Duke Energy coped by opening a dam. But excess water drowned a community, which could put Duke in hot water.

Duke Energy is offering $500,000 in grants to support organizations leading long-term recovery efforts in western North Carolina. Through Feb. 17, eligible organizations can apply for grants up to $25,

The cold weather moves into central North Carolina on Monday followed by possible snow on Tuesday. The North Carolina mountains will see snow Sunday along with very cold temps.

Western North Carolina-based nonprofit organizations working on these recovery efforts can apply for grants up to $25,000 from the Duke Energy Foundation. Duke Energy said this effort builds on its previous commitment of more than $2.2 million to support disaster relief.

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Under Duke Energy's proposal, customers could subscribe to new, utility-owned solar energy facilities, pay a monthly subscription fee, and receive a bill credit.

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The company is awarding $500,000 for those leading long-term recovery efforts in the wake of Hurricane Helene.

Through Feb. 17, eligible organizations can apply for grants up to $25,000 from the Duke Energy Foundation. "We understand the long-term challenges our communities in western North Carolina face ...