Duke Energy Florida requests to lower rates in 2027

Press release from Duke Energy Florida

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – Duke Energy Florida customers can expect lower rates beginning in January 2027, compared to December 2026, following a request the company filed today with the Florida Public Service Commission (FPSC).

Impacts will vary

• Duke Energy Florida’s typical residential customers using 1,000 kilowatt-hours of energy per month should see a $0.71 decrease on their bills from December 2026 to January 2027.

• The company’s commercial and industrial customers’ bill reductions will range between 0.8% and 3.6% from December 2026 to January 2027, though the impact will vary depending on several factors. 

“What matters to our customers matters to us, and right now, we know they’re carefully watching every dollar,” said Melissa Seixas, Duke Energy Florida state president. “While we’re glad to start 2027 with a rate decrease, we’ll remain focused on making smart, disciplined investments that allow us to keep our costs in check and continue delivering increasingly reliable service all year long.”

Help is available:

Customers are encouraged to take advantage of the many energy efficiency and financial assistance programs offered by Duke Energy Florida, from free assessments of their home’s energy use to flexible payment plans. For more information, please visit duke-energy.com/SummerSolutions or duke-energy.com/HereToHelp.