Order an independent audit of Duke Energy’s NC/SC billing practices
Order an independent audit of Duke Energy’s NC/SC billing practices
Recent signers:
JAMES Brooks and 19 others have signed recently.
The Issue
For families like mine in North and South Carolina, the sudden, unexplainable hikes in Duke Energy bills have become a significant source of stress and concern. As a working parent, I meticulously plan my budget every month to ensure that I can meet the essential needs of my family, including groceries, housing, and childcare. Recently, however, I’ve been hit with electricity bills that have inexplicably skyrocketed, despite there being no noticeable change in our energy usage.
Imagine receiving a call from your bank alerting you that your electricity bill payment was 66% higher than normal. This happened to me, and it's been happening to many other Duke Energy customers in the NC/SC region. We ask ourselves, why are our bills increasing so steeply and unpredictably? The lack of transparency and clarity in billing practices raises questions that need answers.
Across North and South Carolina, countless families are facing these baffling increases in their utility expenses. We work hard to manage our finances responsibly and deserve to understand exactly what accounts for these drastic discrepancies in our bills.
The most effective and feasible solution is to order an independent audit of Duke Energy’s billing practices in both states. This audit would provide essential insights into the cause of these rising costs and ensure that billing is fair, transparent, and aligned with regulatory standards. It would also hold Duke Energy accountable and potentially identify areas for improvement in their billing operations.
Duke Energy is a vital utility provider in our region, but we cannot overlook the rights of consumers to fair and understandable billing. Such an audit is not only prudent for current customers, but it also sets a precedent for future transparency and accountability.
Your signature can play a pivotal role in initiating change. By signing this petition, you are joining a growing community demanding transparency and fairness in our utility services. Let’s work together to hold Duke Energy accountable and push for a thorough and independent audit of their billing practices. Your support is crucial in ensuring that we have clarity, fairness, and equity in our energy billing. Please sign this petition. Together, we can make a difference.
Imagine receiving a call from your bank alerting you that your electricity bill payment was 66% higher than normal. This happened to me, and it's been happening to many other Duke Energy customers in the NC/SC region. We ask ourselves, why are our bills increasing so steeply and unpredictably? The lack of transparency and clarity in billing practices raises questions that need answers.
Across North and South Carolina, countless families are facing these baffling increases in their utility expenses. We work hard to manage our finances responsibly and deserve to understand exactly what accounts for these drastic discrepancies in our bills.
The most effective and feasible solution is to order an independent audit of Duke Energy’s billing practices in both states. This audit would provide essential insights into the cause of these rising costs and ensure that billing is fair, transparent, and aligned with regulatory standards. It would also hold Duke Energy accountable and potentially identify areas for improvement in their billing operations.
Duke Energy is a vital utility provider in our region, but we cannot overlook the rights of consumers to fair and understandable billing. Such an audit is not only prudent for current customers, but it also sets a precedent for future transparency and accountability.
Your signature can play a pivotal role in initiating change. By signing this petition, you are joining a growing community demanding transparency and fairness in our utility services. Let’s work together to hold Duke Energy accountable and push for a thorough and independent audit of their billing practices. Your support is crucial in ensuring that we have clarity, fairness, and equity in our energy billing. Please sign this petition. Together, we can make a difference.
Laura BowersPetition Starter
878
Recent signers:
JAMES Brooks and 19 others have signed recently.
The Issue
For families like mine in North and South Carolina, the sudden, unexplainable hikes in Duke Energy bills have become a significant source of stress and concern. As a working parent, I meticulously plan my budget every month to ensure that I can meet the essential needs of my family, including groceries, housing, and childcare. Recently, however, I’ve been hit with electricity bills that have inexplicably skyrocketed, despite there being no noticeable change in our energy usage.
Imagine receiving a call from your bank alerting you that your electricity bill payment was 66% higher than normal. This happened to me, and it's been happening to many other Duke Energy customers in the NC/SC region. We ask ourselves, why are our bills increasing so steeply and unpredictably? The lack of transparency and clarity in billing practices raises questions that need answers.
Across North and South Carolina, countless families are facing these baffling increases in their utility expenses. We work hard to manage our finances responsibly and deserve to understand exactly what accounts for these drastic discrepancies in our bills.
The most effective and feasible solution is to order an independent audit of Duke Energy’s billing practices in both states. This audit would provide essential insights into the cause of these rising costs and ensure that billing is fair, transparent, and aligned with regulatory standards. It would also hold Duke Energy accountable and potentially identify areas for improvement in their billing operations.
Duke Energy is a vital utility provider in our region, but we cannot overlook the rights of consumers to fair and understandable billing. Such an audit is not only prudent for current customers, but it also sets a precedent for future transparency and accountability.
Your signature can play a pivotal role in initiating change. By signing this petition, you are joining a growing community demanding transparency and fairness in our utility services. Let’s work together to hold Duke Energy accountable and push for a thorough and independent audit of their billing practices. Your support is crucial in ensuring that we have clarity, fairness, and equity in our energy billing. Please sign this petition. Together, we can make a difference.
Imagine receiving a call from your bank alerting you that your electricity bill payment was 66% higher than normal. This happened to me, and it's been happening to many other Duke Energy customers in the NC/SC region. We ask ourselves, why are our bills increasing so steeply and unpredictably? The lack of transparency and clarity in billing practices raises questions that need answers.
Across North and South Carolina, countless families are facing these baffling increases in their utility expenses. We work hard to manage our finances responsibly and deserve to understand exactly what accounts for these drastic discrepancies in our bills.
The most effective and feasible solution is to order an independent audit of Duke Energy’s billing practices in both states. This audit would provide essential insights into the cause of these rising costs and ensure that billing is fair, transparent, and aligned with regulatory standards. It would also hold Duke Energy accountable and potentially identify areas for improvement in their billing operations.
Duke Energy is a vital utility provider in our region, but we cannot overlook the rights of consumers to fair and understandable billing. Such an audit is not only prudent for current customers, but it also sets a precedent for future transparency and accountability.
Your signature can play a pivotal role in initiating change. By signing this petition, you are joining a growing community demanding transparency and fairness in our utility services. Let’s work together to hold Duke Energy accountable and push for a thorough and independent audit of their billing practices. Your support is crucial in ensuring that we have clarity, fairness, and equity in our energy billing. Please sign this petition. Together, we can make a difference.
Laura BowersPetition Starter
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Petition created on March 13, 2026