- Duke Energy Foundation pledges $500,000 to bolster local environmental initiatives in North Carolina.
- Eligible nonprofits can apply for grants up to $25,000 until June 30, 2025.
- Funding supports programs in natural environment improvement, community resilience, and biodiversity.
The Duke Energy Foundation has made a significant commitment of $500,000 to enhance local environmental impact programs across North Carolina. This initiative aims to support environmental programs focused on improving natural surroundings, enhancing community resilience, promoting land conservation, advancing clean water initiatives, and supporting biodiversity.
Eligible nonprofit organizations are invited to apply for grants up to $25,000, with applications open until June 30, 2025. Over the past two years, the Foundation has funded over 50 environmental initiatives in North Carolina, including coastal restoration work, wildlife habitat rehabilitation, and environmental science education programs.
Duke Energy (DUK, Financial), a Fortune 150 company based in Charlotte, N.C., serves 8.6 million electric customers across six states and 1.7 million natural gas customers across five states, with an energy capacity of 55,100 megawatts. The Duke Energy Foundation, funded by Duke Energy shareholders, provides more than $30 million annually in philanthropic support to meet the needs of communities where Duke Energy customers live and work.
For more information, visit Duke Energy's official website and social media channels to stay updated on their environmental efforts and other initiatives.
