South Carolina PSC Approves Innovative Nonresidential Demand Response Program

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South Carolina's Public Service Commission approved Duke Energy's nonresidential demand response program on May 27, 2026, allowing businesses to reduce energy costs by adjusting usage during peak hours. The Southern Alliance for Clean Energy criticized the program as insufficient without renewable infrastructure investment, noting South Carolina's continued 62% fossil fuel dependence. The program includes a 12-month pilot phase with quarterly reporting requirements and free energy audits for small businesses.