Duke Energy Indiana has announced a $200,000 contribution to its Share the Light Fund, aimed at assisting customers in financial hardship during the summer months. This funding is intended to help families and individuals manage their energy costs as temperatures rise.
“The financial assistance we offer through the Share the Light Fund helps connect customers in need to resources to help pay their electric bills and stay cool through the summer,” stated Stan Pinegar, president of Duke Energy Indiana. He emphasized the company’s partnership with statewide community action agencies that identify customers in need and distribute funds.
The Indiana Community Action Association collaborates with Duke Energy to provide up to $300 for qualifying customers’ energy bills, deposits, and reconnection or connection charges. Interested individuals are advised to contact their local community action agency for eligibility information. A list of service providers by county can be found at incap.org/energy-assistance.
“High seasonal energy bills can cause financial strain for families experiencing economic hardship,” said Ed Gerardot, executive director of the Indiana Community Action Agency. “With the support of partners like Duke Energy, we’re extending a helping hand to people who are facing tough times by connecting them with resources to offset their expenses and increase their financial stability.”
In recent years, Duke Energy shareholders, employees, and voluntary customer contributions have provided over $4 million in bill assistance through this fund, aiding nearly 15,000 households in Indiana.
Additionally, Duke Energy offers various tools and resources to help customers manage their energy usage effectively. These include Usage Alerts that notify customers about their electricity consumption and cost; Free Home Energy House Calls where professionals assess home efficiency; and interest-free payment plans along with due date extensions for those needing flexibility.
To learn more about these programs, visit duke-energy.com/HereToHelp.
Duke Energy Indiana operates as a subsidiary of Duke Energy, providing approximately 6,300 megawatts of electric capacity to around 910,000 customers across a 23,000-square-mile area in Indiana. It stands as the state’s largest electric supplier.
On a broader scale, Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK) is one of America’s major energy holding companies headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., serving millions across several states. The company continues its transition towards smarter energy solutions by investing in grid upgrades and cleaner generation technologies such as natural gas, nuclear power, renewables, and energy storage.
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