Duke Energy
Duke Energy is a major electric power holding company based in the United States, providing electric and natural gas services to approximately 7.5 million customers across six states, including Ohio and Kentucky. The company operates through two primary segments: Electric Utilities and Infrastructure, and Gas Utilities and Infrastructure. It generates electricity from a diverse mix of sources, including coal, nuclear, hydroelectric, solar, and natural gas, and boasts an electric generating capacity of about 35,000 megawatts in the Carolinas and the Midwest. In addition to electricity, Duke Energy also offers natural gas transportation and distribution services. The company is committed to sustainability and community support, further evidenced by its philanthropic efforts through the Duke Energy Foundation, which focuses on enhancing community vitality and promoting climate resilience. Founded in 1837 and headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Duke Energy continues to play a significant role in the energy sector.
PowerPlantSC has organized individuals and communities to plant millions of trees across South Carolina.
South Carolina State Parks protect some of the most inviting natural, cultural and recreational destinations in the country.
Palmetto Conservation Foundation provides opportunities for active recreation on the Palmetto Trail and other trail systems.
Foothills Trails offers a superior hiking experience. Foothills Trails also provides access to some spectacular waterfalls for sightseers and photographers.
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Piedmont Natural Gas Company, Inc., a public utility company, distributes natural gas. It is also involved in the natural gas and fuel oil supply, transportation, and storage activities. The company distributes natural gas through transmission pipelines and distribution mains. It serves approximately one million residential, commercial, industrial, power generation, and municipal customers located in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee. The company was incorporated in 1950 and is based in Charlotte, North Carolina. Piedmont Natural Gas Company, Inc. is a subsidiary of Duke Energy Corporation.
Progress Energy, Inc., a utility holding company, engages in the generation, transmission, distribution, and sale of electricity in portions of North Carolina and South Carolina and in portions of Florida. The company has approximately 22,000 megawatts (MW) of regulated electric generation capacity and serves approximately 3.1 million retail electric customers, as well as other load-serving entities. Segments The company's segments are Carolina Power & Light Company (PEC) and Florida Power Corporation (PEF). PEC PEC is a regulated public utility primarily engaged in the generation, transmission, distribution and sale of electricity in portions of North and South Carolina.