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Duke Energy charges differently for electricity depending on the time of day and season for accounts on a “Time of Use” (TOU) tariff?
As of October 1, Duke Energy has entered the non-summer season for accounts on a Time-of-Use (TOU) electricity rate plan. This seasonal shift affects how energy costs are calculated throughout the day.
Non-Summer Season (October 1 – April 30)
- Peak hours (most expensive): 6 - 9 am
- Off-peak hours (least expensive): 1 - 3 am and 11 am to 4 pm
- Weekends and the following holidays are also off-peak:
o Thanksgiving Day
o Day after Thanksgiving
o Christmas Day
o New Year’s Day
o Good Friday
o Memorial Day
During the non-summer season, electricity is most expensive in the morning, when demand is highest. In contrast, during the summer season (May 1 – September 30), peak hours shift to the evening (6 – 9 pm).
City departments with Time-of-Use accounts can help the City reduce energy costs by shifting operations and high-energy tasks to off-peak hours whenever possible. A Time-of-Use Peak Hours Chart is attached for reference.
If you have any questions about your TOU hours or rates, contact the City’s Office of Sustainability & Resilience Energy Manager Sergey Kobelev.