Duke Energy Kentucky, Inc. Application for Rate Adjustments Halted by Kentucky Public Service Commission

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The Kentucky Public Service Commission has issued an order regarding Duke Energy Kentucky, Inc.'s application to adjust natural gas rates, approving new tariffs, and seeking other required approvals. On May 16, 2025, the commission responded to Duke Energy's request, requiring specific changes to the proposed tariff changes, including residential rate changes and nonrecurring charges. The Attorney General's motion to intervene was granted, and they were given the rights of a party with full access to all documents submitted after the order date.

Key Takeaways:

  • Duke Energy Kentucky, Inc.'s application to use abbreviated notice procedures was denied by the commission, requiring the company to file a revised request that includes specific changes to tariffs and residential rates.
  • The revised request must include a redline copy of the proposed tariff changes and specify all changes to the nonrecurring charges.
  • The Attorney General's motion to intervene was granted, giving them the rights of a party with access to all documents submitted after the order date.
  • Duke Energy Kentucky, Inc. was ordered to comply with the Commission's regulations regarding electronic filing, including the provision of an electronic mail address for serving notices and messages related to the proceeding.

Statistics:

  • Total number of cases: 1
  • Date of commission response: May 16, 2025
  • Number of days for the Attorney General to file a written statement with the commission: 7
  • Date of Duke Energy Kentucky, Inc.'s application: April 17, 2025
  • Date of the Attorney General's motion to intervene: May 1, 2025

Sources:

  • Kentucky Public Service Commission. (2025, May 16). Regular Cases Before the Commission as of May 16, 2025 (DOC11R Case Management System)
  • Kentucky Public Service Commission Orders. (2025, May 5). [Order Entered]
  • Duke Energy Kentucky, Inc. (2025, April 17). Notice of Intent to File an Application for 1) An Adjustment of the Natural Gas Rates; 2) Approval of New Tariffs; and 3) All Other Required Approvals, Waivers, and Relief Using Electronic Filing Procedures
  • Attorney General's Motion to Intervene. (2025, May 1). Angela M. Goad, Office of the Attorney General