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Duke Energy's focus on affordability grows, surpassing $70 million in aid to customers, communities since 2021

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Thursday, July 27, 2023
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"Continuing to listen to our neighbors about their needs is critical to how we show up in our local communities.

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  • "Continuing to listen to our neighbors about their needs is critical to how we show up in our local communities.
  • This year, the Duke Energy Foundation expanded its affordability focus to include critical home repairs coupled with employee volunteerism for seniors.
  • The Duke Energy Foundation provides philanthropic support to meet the needs of communities where Duke Energy customers live and work.
  • The foundation contributes more than $30 million annually in charitable gifts, and is funded by Duke Energy shareholder dollars.

NON-PROFIT LAUNCHES SMART THERMOSTAT ORDERING PORTAL FOR IMPLEMENTORS FOCUSING ON THOSE MOST IN NEED

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023
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Utilities and contractors can now seamlessly qualify for and order Income Qualified Smart Thermostats.

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  • Utilities and contractors can now seamlessly qualify for and order Income Qualified Smart Thermostats.
  • The seamless process begins with a few qualifying questions, like program information, quantities needed, brand of smart thermostat and utility partnerships.
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    Upon approval, the contractor, trade-ally, agency, or Utility can then leverage EFI's uninterrupted supply chain, and ordering portal to complete the order.
  • In a few short days, the income-eligible smart thermostats will be delivered to your job site, warehouse, or any location.

CONSUMER ALERT: AMEREN IL'S NEW POWER PRICE UP 126% FROM LAST YEAR

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Monday, October 3, 2022
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The "price to compare" includes the supply price, a transmission charge and a supply cost adjustment.

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  • The "price to compare" includes the supply price, a transmission charge and a supply cost adjustment.
  • Ameren does not profit off the price of electricitythey pass those costs onto customers with no markup.
  • This past June, Ameren Illinois estimated that the higher prices will cost customers an average of about $50 a month extra.
  • If your community has negotiated a power deal with a supplier, it's possible the price is lower than Ameren's supply rate.

Duke Energy aid for customers, communities rises to $40 million

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Wednesday, July 20, 2022
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In 2022, Duke Energy is investing more than $22.6 million in these programs including our Neighborhood Energy Saver, Payment Plus, Refrigerator Replacement and Weatherization programs.

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  • In 2022, Duke Energy is investing more than $22.6 million in these programs including our Neighborhood Energy Saver, Payment Plus, Refrigerator Replacement and Weatherization programs.
  • The Duke Energy Foundation provides philanthropic support to meet the needs of communities where Duke Energy customers live and work.
  • The foundation contributes more than $30 million annually in charitable gifts, and is funded by Duke Energy shareholder dollars.
  • Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of America's largest energy holding companies.

CUB RELEASES TIPS ON PREPARING YOUR HOME FOR OUTAGES

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Thursday, June 30, 2022
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CHICAGO, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Citizens Utility Board (CUB) on Thursday shared tips on how Illinois consumers can prepare their homes for the possibility of power outages.

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  • CHICAGO, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Citizens Utility Board (CUB) on Thursday shared tips on how Illinois consumers can prepare their homes for the possibility of power outages.
  • "As the weather becomes more volatile, with extreme summer heat and storms, it's wise for Illinois consumers to take simple steps to always be prepared for the possibility of power outages," CUB Communications Director Jim Chilsen said.
  • CUB posted the following tips at CUBHelpCenter.com , from a number of sources, including Ready.gov and the American Red Cross.
  • Created by the Illinois Legislature, CUB opened its doors in 1984 to represent the interests of residential and small-business utility customers.

CUB URGES CHICAGO RESIDENTS TO STAY SAFE, COOL DURING DANGEROUS HEAT

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Tuesday, June 14, 2022
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CHICAGO, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --With potentially dangerous heat descending on Illinois, the Citizens Utility Board (CUB) released tips on how residents can keep their homes cool, safe and energyefficient.

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  • CHICAGO, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --With potentially dangerous heat descending on Illinois, the Citizens Utility Board (CUB) released tips on how residents can keep their homes cool, safe and energyefficient.
  • "You should never keep your home too hot because you're worried about the electric bill," CUB Executive Director David Kolata said.
  • "There are ways to stay safe and cool without breaking thebank."
  • Make sure your neighbors have a safe and cool place to stay during hot weather.

CUB: AMEREN ILLINOIS' SUMMER POWER PRICE INCREASES BY 120% ON JUNE 1

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Wednesday, June 1, 2022
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Ameren does not profit off the price of electricitythey pass those costs onto customers with no markup.

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  • Ameren does not profit off the price of electricitythey pass those costs onto customers with no markup.
  • "We urge people to take safe, energy-efficient actions at home to stay cool and ease the pain of this price spike.
  • Nobody should ever have to worry that it's too expensive to keep their homes safe from the summer heat."
  • If your community has negotiated a power deal with a supplier, it's possible the price is lower than Ameren's supply rate.

RPM Acquires Indoor Air Quality Services Business

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Monday, August 2, 2021
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RPM International Inc. (NYSE: RPM) today announced that its Tremco Construction Products Group has acquired Pure Air Control Services, Inc., a provider of indoor air quality solutions.

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  • RPM International Inc. (NYSE: RPM) today announced that its Tremco Construction Products Group has acquired Pure Air Control Services, Inc., a provider of indoor air quality solutions.
  • Founded in 1984, Pure Air offers a full range of turnkey solutions to indoor air quality concerns, including environmental consulting, building diagnostics, and laboratory services, as well as HVAC system hygienic cleaning and restoration.
  • Its senior indoor air quality staff includes industrial hygienists, certified indoor environmental consultants, microbiologists and building remediation technicians.
  • Pure Air will become part of Tremco Roofing and Building Maintenances affiliated construction services company, Weatherproofing Technologies Inc.

$17.19 Billion Structural Insulated Panels (SIP) Markets, 2021-2028: Polystyrene, Polyurethane, Walls & Floors, and Roofs - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, July 2, 2021
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The "Structural Insulated Panels Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Product (Polystyrene, Polyurethane), by Application (Walls & Floors, Roofs), by Region (APAC, North America), and Segment Forecasts, 2021-2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Structural Insulated Panels Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Product (Polystyrene, Polyurethane), by Application (Walls & Floors, Roofs), by Region (APAC, North America), and Segment Forecasts, 2021-2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The global structural insulated panels market size is expected to reach USD 17.19 billion by 2028, expanding at a CAGR of 5.5% over the forecast period.
  • Governments across the world are providing various incentives to construction companies and building contractors to promote energy-efficient building structures.
  • For instance, the U.S. government, through its Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP), is incentivizing the improvement of thermal insulation in low-income households, which is expected to promote the demand for structural insulated panels (SIPs).

DuPont Performance Building Solutions Announces Build for Sure Initiative

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Thursday, May 27, 2021
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WILMINGTON, Del., May 27, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --DuPont (NYSE:DD) today announced the launch of the Build for Sure campaign, a marketing initiative that highlights the value of the DuPont Residential building products portfolio combined with the DuPont breadth of industry knowledge to help builders and contractors to build better.

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  • WILMINGTON, Del., May 27, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --DuPont (NYSE:DD) today announced the launch of the Build for Sure campaign, a marketing initiative that highlights the value of the DuPont Residential building products portfolio combined with the DuPont breadth of industry knowledge to help builders and contractors to build better.
  • Build for Sure is based upon a foundation of building science, a comprehensive DuPont family of products, and an extensive range of benefits builders and contractors receive from DuPont.
  • "The Build for Sure initiative highlights the overall strength and differentiation of the DuPont offering," said Alan Hubbell, Residential Marketing Leader North America, DuPont Performance Building Solutions.
  • DuPont Performance Building Solutions provides the marketplace with a full suite of weatherization, thermal and air sealing solutions and services with the Build for Sure campaign being the latest addition to a solution set aimed at both supplying and serving the needs of the residential building industry.