DUK · News · 20261013N

Large Load Tariff Proceeding

Duke Energy CORP · 2026-10-13 · Importance 47 · Surprise 60 · In source text

On October 13, 2026, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission approved Duke Energy Carolinas' proposed large-load transmission tariff measures. The rules are intended to protect existing residential and small-business customers from costs associated with connecting major new loads, including data centers. FERC commissioners cautioned that the protections may be insufficient, citing potential cost shifting, weak financial-security requirements and limited transparency.

Key facts

• The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission approved Duke Energy Carolinas' proposed large load transmission tariff measures. source
• FERC urged Duke and other transmission owners to implement stronger protections after approving Duke Energy Carolinas' large load tariff measures. source
• One FERC commissioner dissented on the approval, arguing Duke Energy Carolinas' proposal lacked meaningful financial security requirements and transparency. source
• Some FERC commissioners expressed concerns that Duke Energy Carolinas' approved rules are imperfect and do not go far enough to prevent cost shifts to residential and small business customers. source

Impact estimates