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North Carolina Governor Josh Stein announced the expansion of the Energy Saver NC rebate program statewide to address rising electricity costs and grid pressure. The program, funded with $208 million from the U.S.

Department of Energy, offers rebates for energy-efficient upgrades across all 100 counties, potentially saving eligible households nearly $1,000 annually. As Duke Energy seeks rate increases due to rising demand, the program aims to ease financial burdens and improve energy efficiency.