Energy Affordability in North Carolina
North Carolina residents face rising energy costs while many remain unaware of the institutions responsible for regulating electricity prices.
Key Findings:
The average winter energy burden in North Carolina is 8.52%.
45.76% of respondents said they do not understand what appears on their energy bill.
54.24% of respondents do not know what the North Carolina Utilities Commission (NCUC) is or that it regulates energy prices.
North Carolina Utilities Commission (NCUC)
Understanding energy systems is an important step toward advocating for policies that keep electricity affordable for families. The North Carolina Utilities Commission plays a central role in reviewing utility rate proposals and infrastructure investments.
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