CLARKSVILLE, IN (March 10, 2022) – People across the globe are feeling the effects of increased costs for goods and services, and the energy industry is no different. Since the middle of 2021, market prices for coal, natural gas and purchased power have increased significantly and affect the cost of electricity.
Duke Energy wants to help its customers manage rising prices and reduce the impact on their utility bills. If members of your community are having trouble paying their energy expenses, assistance programs are available to help. Below are programs designed to help individuals and families pay their monthly electric bills.
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
LIHEAP is an income-based program that allows those earning below certain thresholds to qualify for federal energy bill assistance. The qualifying income thresholds are based on factors that include household income and the number of people living in a home. To learn how to qualify and apply for LIHEAP funds, visit: Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).
Assistance Agency Funds
2-1-1 is a free service to help customers find local community agencies that can help meet a wide range of needs, including utility bills, housing, food and other essentials, child and elder care, medical expenses and health counseling. To learn about agencies that serve your area, dial 2-1-1, visit in211.org online or text your ZIP code to 898-211 for information on where to get help.
Share the Light Fund
Duke Energy’s Share the Light Fund is an energy assistance program designed to help income-qualified individuals and families pay their monthly electric bills. Duke Energy works in partnership with the Indiana Community Action Association and the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority’s Energy Assistance Program to distribute the company’s assistance funds. Due to high demand, customers should first check with their local community action agency to make sure there are still funds available locally. Click here to find a listing of service providers by county.
Energy-saving solutions
Duke Energy also offers energy efficiency products, services and information to help customers save energy and money. For more information, visit duke-energy.com/Home/Products.
The above information was provided to the Town of Clarksville by Lisa Huber, Government and Community Relations Manager at Duke Energy Corporation.