Clearwater appraises Duke Energy property as it investigates ditching the utility

The city’s consultants arrived at a very different number than the report commissioned by Duke.Cyclists ride on the Pinellas Duke Energy Trail in August 2022 in Clearwater. The city has completed an appraisal of Duke's assets within city limits to help officials decide whether they want to form a city-run electric utility. [ CHRIS URSO | Times ]Emily L. Mahoney is the energy reporter. Reach her at emahoney@tampabay.com.

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