Monitor Energy Use

The amount of energy you use directly impacts how much your energy bill is. By tracking your energy use, you can see when your usage is spiking so you can adjust any habits that may be driving up your energy bills. You can also see how your current usage compares to your usage that same period the previous year. It’s all information that can help you discover ways to save energy and money.

To see your energy usage using the Duke Energy website, you must first have a Duke Energy online account. Create one or sign into your account on a computer or mobile device.

Once you've signed in to your account, select "Energy Usage" to track your energy use by the month, week, day, hour and even down to the half hour. You can also compare your usage to the previous year. You can also compare your usage to the previous year.

Keep in mind that the current day's usage data will be available the following day.

Watch our short video above for the simple steps.

Our mobile app makes it very convenient to track your energy usage on the go. Open the app and simply tap "Usage" at the bottom of the first screen to see the details of your energy use by bill cycle, week, day and hour. (Keep in mind that the current day's usage data will be available the following day.)

You can download the app on your smartphone using the same username and password that you use for your Duke Energy online account. (If you don’t have an online account, register now.)

Watch our short video above for the easy steps.

It's quick and easy! Register here and enjoy instant access to your account anywhere anytime. The same username and password works for both our website and our mobile app.

Air Conditioner: In summer, set your thermostat to the highest comfortable setting. Consider setting the thermostat at 80 degrees while you are away. The higher the setting, the lower the cooling portion of your energy bills will be.

Heating System: In winter, set your thermostat to the lowest comfortable setting. The lower the setting, the lower the heating portion of your energy bills will be. Have your system inspected regularly to help it perform more efficiently. Change air filters regularly. A dirty air filter makes your heating system work harder, which uses more energy.

Electric water heater: Set your water heater to around 120 degrees to save 6% to 10% on energy costs to heat the water. Install low-flow fixtures for water savings of 25% to 60%.

Refrigerator and freezer: Your refrigerator should be 35 to 38 degrees Fahrenheit. The freezer should be 4 to 5 degrees if it is part of a fridge/freezer unit. For a separate freezer, use a setting of 0.

Washer and Dryer: Try to do laundry earlier in the day in summer and in the evening hours during winter. This will help prevent your cooling or heating system from working too hard. For additional savings, wash clothing in cold water whenever possible.