Dominion Energy

Mike Switzer interviews John McDermott, business editor of the Post and Courier, about Dominion Energy's rate hikes and its sale to NextEra.

Mike Switzer interviews John McDermott, business editor of the Post and Courier, about Dominion Energy's rate hikes and its sale to NextEra.

About 35 people, most of whom were in opposition to a potential 7.6% hike in electric rates, spoke at a pair of hearings held by the Public Service Commission of South Carolina.

Higher than normal utility bills have prompted many Duke and Dominion Energy customers to speak out, demanding transparency and accountability.

Customers will have opportunities to share feedback on the utility's requested increase that would raise residential electric bills nearly 13%, if approved by the Public Service Commission.

New this year, the Irmo-side boat launch will no longer accept cash for parking.

The power-provider is offering simple steps to help customers avoid becoming a victim.

Incentives are available to eligible businesses that are participating in the EnergyWise for Your Business program.

In its Friday morning meeting, the Santee Cooper Board of Directors approved multiple motions to progress work on natural gas and nuclear energy units. The nuclear site is the VC Summer Nuclear Station in Jenkinsville.

State leaders and electric utility executives say South Carolina is headed toward a "nuclear renaissance" as both try to keep up with the state's growing population and needs.